Position Title:Accounts ReceivableSpecialist
Position Reports To:Accounts Receivable Supervisor
The Accounts Receivable(AR) Specialist is responsible for providing support and direction for the accounts receivable function across the company. The responsibility will include, but is not limited to, high volume, decentralized billing processes for various contract types. The incumbent will also work with internal and external stakeholders to research and resolve all customer and user related questions.
Essential Functions
Actively owns the company’s AR aging and assists the AR Clerk with credit memos, unapplied payments, and payment issues, as needed
Supports the AR Lead in the accounts receivable process ensuring proper recording of invoices, billing, cash receipts and retention.
Assists the AR lead withthe month-end close processes related to accounts receivable function.
Actively contributes to the development or update of the company’s regional accounts receivable policies and procedures in support of ongoing process improvement initiatives. Assist in providing training to key stakeholders as necessary for any changes to processes impacting other areas of the company.
Coordinates and manages requests for documents and data in support of external financial and customer audits.
Develops and maintains an effective credit review policy and procedure.
Maintains customer records including credit review, set up and contract review.
Responsible for and demonstrates highly accurate transaction coding and computer input,i.e., customer set-up and billing.
Works with Tax group to properly bill and collect sales tax.
Observes and follows all company safety rules and procedures.
Supports and encourages continuous improvement of the company’s processes, including safety program and quality management system.
Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or 5 + years of accounts receivable accounting experience
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics SL (Solomon) is preferable
Experience in Accounts Receivable and billings functions in the engineering and construction industry.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong capabilities working with Microsoft Office, including Excel (V-lookups, pivot tables, etc.), SharePoint, Outlook, and Word.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise manner to various internal/external stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Apache is a leader in the industrial services industry and is recognized for keeping people safe. Apache is an integrated fabrication, manufacturing, and services business with a 400,000 square-foot fabrication facility and 40 locations across the United States and Canada.
