Accounts Receivable Representative I

Overview

Rain Bird is seeking a skilled, knowledgeable and energetic professional to assist in its accounts receivable department This high-energy, high-volume department works with other functions across the company to safeguard assets, ensure the timely collection of customer receivables and improve the efficiency of company billing practices.

Responsibilities

The Accounts Receivable Representative I is responsible for cash application, account reconciliation, and deduction management. Issues monthly statements to customers. Assists in the reconciliation of payment discrepancies and disputes and recommends solution and resolution alternatives.

Perform key Accounts Receivable requirements including, but not limited to

• Collections and cash application
• Order management, billing corrections, invoices for customer advance payments
• Account and Bank Reconciliations
• Deduction Management
• Balance A/R logs
• Maintain accounts receivable files
• Obtain proof of delivery documentation
• Prepare monthly and Ad hoc statements to customers
• Perform Month End Close processes
• Other Ad hoc duties as requested

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or related fields preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Collections, Cash Application, or a related financial operations role
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy in all tasks
• PC literate in a Windows environment and with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong communication skills
• Must be dependable, Self-Motivated and a Team Player
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time and priority management, organization, and negotiation skills

 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with ERP systems and customer account management is preferred.

Rain Bird is an equal opportunity employer.