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Aston Carter ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST in Neenah, Wisconsin
Job Title
Accounts Payable Specialist
Job Description
Assure the Accounts Receivable file is managed according to company principles and Credit Department Policies and Procedures. Coordinate with Assistant Credit Manager and Credit Manager in assuring assigned receivable file is properly managed. Position reports directly to the Credit and Collections Manager but has “dotted line” reporting to the Assistant Manager of Credit and Collections (ACM) who will provide direction and support for the routine, day to day department operations, including but not limited to, collection calls, accepting credit card payments, Lien Navigator filings and customer reviews.
Analyze current credit data, financial statements (if available) and market requirements as defined by sales, and determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit to new and existing customers.
Identify and resolve all customer questions and/or issues within twenty-four hours of customer inquiry
Coordinate with the Yards and Sales to credit review new customer accounts
Work closely with Sales and Customer Service to assure customer accounts are properly managed and risk is identified
Manage Credit Card transactions when required
Perform collection activities on open accounts to assure customer contact within twenty (20) days of invoice due date.
Manage all job accounting activity on specifically defined customer accounts.
Provide innovative means to reduce DSO and increase sales
Initiate and develop positive relationships with customers, sales, customer service and yards
Perform routine collection work on assigned open construction accounts
Coordinate with Assistant Credit Manager relative to all lien and bond activity on assigned customer accounts to assure company is adequately protected from potential loss
Review orders in order to approve credit to customers. this includes but is not limited to:
Manage customer inquiries and problem resolution on pricing, delivery, shipments, and tax questions. If support outside the Credit Department is required, submit the inquiry to the billing or sales departments and follow up on resolution in a timely fashion
Maintain electronic credit files
Skills and Qualifications Required
3+ years of A/P, A/R experience
Attention to detail and organizational skills required
Excellent interpersonal communication and telephone skills
ERP experience
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.