Accounts Receivable Analyst jobs in Worcester, MA

JOB SUMMARY :

The Senior Credit Analyst assists with the daily business processes pertaining to the Credit and Accounts Receivable area of the business.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the essential duties required:

• The download of daily bank activity reports.
• Cash Application of bank wires, ACH payments, Checks and Credit Card payments.
• Cafeteria cash box count and configuration for the next business day.
• Daily invoice system processing and email/mailing of invoices.
• Prepare weekly manual bank deposit of cash and post in system.
• Analyze customer accounts and the release of pending orders.
• Collection calls/emails and correspondence with customers to resolve past due issues and/or pending order questions.
• Customer account reconciliations.
• Processing credits to customer accounts.
• Requesting trade references.
• Requesting Dun and Bradstreet reports for customer evaluation.
• Other duties as required.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Employee works under general supervision.
• Employee makes decisions within clearly prescribed areas referring matters that fall outside that area to others.
• Employee recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Time management skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines throughout the business day.
• Ability to converse with various internal departments to accomplish business objectives.
• Strong communication skills written/verbal.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook.
• Comfortable working with various computer system programs and bank software.
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains highly desirable.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Basic, introductory on-the-job training.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands/Efforts

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Little or no physical exertion.

Mental & Visual Demands

• Moderate concentration to effectively execute moderately complex tasks.
• Work occasionally requires visual effort for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English.

Work Environment and Hazards

• Some areas of the building are not climate controlled.
• Working environment is typical of an office setting.

Infrequent exposure to hazards that require the exercise of caution with little likelihood of injury.