Accounting - AR Specialist

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SUMMARY:

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist who will be responsible for establishing and maintaining accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations with an understanding of GAAP. This individual will be responsible for processing, tracking, and recording payments in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. The accounts receivable specialist will have both a day-to-day and ongoing impact on financial transactions, keeping us on track, on time, and on good terms with our valued partners. This position must be able to interact well with other teams throughout the business to ensure all accounting-related activities for these functions are properly accounted for, documented, effectively tied into our process models along with updates to any of our current compliance registers.

Objectives of this role

• Support the company in optimizing our financial transactions and systems by performing reconciliation of payments and customer accounts
• Communicate discrepancies to management team, identify slow-paying customers, and recommend collection candidates
• Strengthen and grow relationships with clients by communicating with customers regarding past-due accounts or resolving billing discrepancies
• Assist in streamlining the accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement
• Exercise integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting, and comply with financial requirements

Responsibilities

• Process, distribute, and review incoming sales orders, generate and submit invoices to customers for payment, prepare deposits and post cash receipts, process credit card sales, update and submit monthly reports on various ongoing projects for all divisions
• Gather and verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment
• Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared
• Assist with the monthly close process and preparation of account analysis, account reconciliations, journal entries, and reports
• Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone and email
• Prepare analytical and ratio analyses relevant to A/R so management can gain a better understanding of how collection efforts are progressing
• Support other accounting and finance team members, inventory management, and cost accounting
• Support revenue accuracy by verifying posted transactions and ensuring proper application of payments and adjustments
• Assist with audit requests from internal and external auditors in relation to the assigned duties
• Review of customer agreements to ensure proper billing

Required skills and qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in accounts receivable or in accounting related field and / or public accounting environment
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
• Must have familiarity with the accounts receivable lifecycle including sales orders, credit approvals, invoicing, collections, and payment processing
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) - able to communicate and establish working relationships with other departments and personnel; capable of drafting and organizing substantial documents.
• Strives for excellent performance for the whole team through individual performance and helping others succeed
• Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping
• Superb time management and detail orientation
• Ability to keep company and partner confidence
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a dynamic environment
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical skills to investigate issues and resolve discrepancies
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Proficient to advanced MS Excel skills and knowledge of spreadsheets, including but not limited to X-lookups and pivot tables

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, associate's degree (with relevant experience) or equivalent in accounting or finance
• Experience in driving process improvement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.

Limitations and Disclaimers:

NFT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requests by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.