Job Description

About Cognex:

Cognex is the global leader in the exciting and fast-growing field of machine vision. With over $500 million in cash and a debt-free status, we boast a financially robust international presence. Our culture promotes a fast-paced, creative environment where employees, proudly known as "Cognoids," approach their work with seriousness but embrace a lively and enjoyable atmosphere. Our “Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast” culture acknowledges innovation, perseverance, and hard work in a fun, rewarding, and quirky environment.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for Billing, Cash Application, and Accounts Receivable Maintenance.

• Work closely with Order Administration, Customer Master Data, and the Sales Team to set up new customers, establish appropriate credit limits, respond to requests, and resolve customer issues.

• Resolves issues pertaining to credit hold orders in a timely manner.

• Issue invoices manually outside the normal billing cycle as milestones are reached.

• Monitor and collect past due receivables.

• Assist with various other general accounting or credit tasks as needed.

• Support internal and external audits.

• Participation in ad-hoc projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Detail-oriented with a very high level of accuracy

• Demonstrated ability to work to tight corporate deadlines

• Ability to work independently and communicate with all levels within the organization and outside agencies

• Good working knowledge of computerized systems is required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Excel

• SAP experience a plus

Minimum Education and Work Experience:

• 2-8 years of experience working within a fast-paced accounting environment (accounts receivable preferred)

• B.S. in Accounting preferred