Accounts Receivable Specialist
Kinter ‚Ä¢ Waukegan, Illinois ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $50,000–$60,000 / year
Posted on Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Kinter is a family business obsessed with making retail display hardware easier for our customers. We’ve been manufacturing and distributing retail display hardware for over 40 years. Our approach to business is simple — treat each other and our customers like family.
Summary:
Accounts Receivable Specialist responsible for supporting the Accounting department by ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and up-to-date financial records within the ERP system. This role involves generating and verifying invoices, monitoring outstanding accounts, communicating with clients to resolve payment issues, and collaborating with internal teams to maintain positive customer relationships and support efficient cash flow operations. The pay range for this role is fixed at $50,000 to $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates with strong, relevant experience may be offered salaries toward the higher end of the range, while those earlier in their careers can expect offers aligned with the entry level of the range.
Essential Functions:
- Generate and verify invoices in compliance with accounting procedures within ERP system.
- Update ERP system with accurate records of all financial transactions and communications.
- Monitor accounts receivable to identify and collect overdue payments.
- Contact clients to follow up on outstanding invoices, negotiate payment plans if necessary, and maintain positive customer relations throughout the collection process.
- Provide excellent customer service to address client inquiries and concerns related to billing, including past due invoices.
- Communicate with other departments to resolve payment issues.
- Assist with additional projects, tasks, and perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintains a professional, collaborative, and solution-oriented demeanor during all interactions with peers, management, and clients to foster a productive team environment.
- Receives constructive feedback professionally and openly, utilizing it as a tool for continuous personal development and performance improvement.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software programs.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong multitasking abilities.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- At least 2 years of related experience required.
- Familiarity with SPS, Ariba, Coupa, & TrueCommerce
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds
- Ability to make repetitive movements, including moving of the wrists and/or fingers, bending, or squatting
Work Environment:
- This position will work indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
Travel:
- None
The Location:
Kinter is located on the outskirts of Waukegan, just minutes from Gurnee and Wadsworth. Office and warehouses are located off IL Route 41, which makes the commute easy from surrounding towns.
Why Join Our Team?
- Be part of a dedicated, family-owned business with a proven track record of success and a deep commitment to its employees.
- Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance—100% covered for the employee by Kinter, with no payroll deductions.
- Secure your future with our fully employer-funded pension plan (contributions start after 1 year, fully vested after 5 years, with no deductions from your paycheck).
- Unlock long-term growth potential and opportunities to advance within the company.
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