Perform accounting, clerical duties and routine work in following varied standardized accounting procedures and practices. Responsible for various daily and monthly functions in the Accounting department including managing all collections activities and cash applications for the general ledger, as well as reporting, and tracking of progress against key deliverables and goals.Additionally, the role will handle all aspects of fixed asset accounting and will make journal entries and perform account reconciliations at month end for the AWSG general ledger.
Key Reponsiblities:
Manage the overall collections effort for A/R working closely with Atlas customer facing team members when necessary.
Handle phone inquiries and prepare written correspondence on past due or problem accounts.
Initiate phone contact with customer for collection of account.
Creates tools to analyze and report progress on reducing past due receivables on a weekly/monthly basis while working closely with Atlas customer facing contacts to increase cash collected.
Manage 105 Ledger Activities for Chicago and AWSG
Responsible for monthly invoicing of AWSG including running the invoices, printing, mailing or e-mailing and invoicing thru Customer's Special Portals
Responsible for receiving and recording cash, credit memos, commissions and sales adjustments into the Atlas ERP system for processing and record keeping and ensuring the accuracy of the Atlas General Ledger.
Responsible for Monthly Invoicing of AWSG including running the invoices, printing, mailing or e-mailing and invoicing thru customer's special portals.
Responsible for running the deferred revenue for AWSG and posting it to the General Ledger.
Manage credit process for 105 general ledger
Minimize credit risk by performing credit checks and approvals including sales orders with potential credit problems.
Processes the authorization and settlement for all customer invoices paid through credit cards.
Establish and maintain credit lines for any new or existing Atlas customers utilizing credit and bank reference tools.
Handle accounting for pre-paid expenditures and monthly amortization.
Requirements for the Postion:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required. Associates degree may be acceptable depending on individuals experience and capabilities.
Two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Previous experience in a position that involved working with collections in high volumes requiring excellent persuasive skills.
Demonstrated ability calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, in particular Excel and other computer-based analytical tools to mine, organize, sort, and interpret data.
Prior experience would have required the understanding of contract terms and their impact on collections. Demonstrated understanding of key metrics such as DSO's and Cash Cycle; as well as complexities of Letters of Credit and other credit related instruments.
Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions from data.
Past experience should demonstrate the ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced ever-changing work environment.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Compensation
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Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
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