Cambro Manufacturing Looking for Accounts Receivable Representative at Huntington Beach, CA  Full Time

WORK SHIFT:

First Shift (United States of America)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Accounts Receivable Representative reports to the Financial Controller and is the key person responsible for collecting and applying customer payments. The position interacts with customers and our sales and customer service representatives and is an integral part of the company’s selling process.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare electronic payment receipt reports from the Bank portal and post them to customer accounts.
• Cross-apply customer payments according to remittance details.
• Apply customer check payments to accounts per remittance slips.
• Ensure cash discount policies are followed per credit terms.
• Process customer credit card payments.
• Communicate timely with Billing, Customer Service, and Shipping on payment shortages.
• Research customer short payments to identify reasons (price, quantity, bill backs, rebates, promos, etc…).
• Work with Pricing function to resolve price discrepancies on orders.
• Release orders timely to meet customer service delivery deadlines.
• Reconcile customer accounts and prepare account statements.
• Work with Credit Control function to modify customer credit terms.
• Conduct customer aging analysis and perform collection activities on past due invoices.
• Prepare daily MOS reports and review past due and short pay invoices, unapplied cash, open credits and debits of responsible accounts.
• Identify potential payment issues and alert management.
• Maintain accounts receivable customer files and records.
• Follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc..
• Prepare bank deposits as needed.
• Update daily customer receipts report to reconcile total payment received with total deposits in the Bank.
• Investigate and resolve customer queries.
• Assist with month-end closing.

• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily to perform the job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in the work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, is able to work well with others, is open to receiving and giving feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to the immediate manager.
• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture and display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
• Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieving these goals individually and as a team.
• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to multi-task and set priorities.
• Must be able to remain flexible and be open to possible schedule changes to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 3-5 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable and general bookkeeping procedures.
• Experience with business enterprise computer packages.
• Proficient in relevant computer software, including MS Excel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AA degree or higher or equitable combination of experience and education
• Multilingual Skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 10 lbs.

PPE Requirements (when in the production area)

• Safety glasses
• Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

COMPENSATION RANGE:

$23.69 – $26.00

Salary may vary based on experience.

CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.