Cash Applications Specialist

We will consider candidates near our Edina MN office

Position Overview

The Cash Application Specialist is responsible for applying cash to a portfolio of receivables. The Cash Application Specialist is also responsible for abiding by the procedures put in place to ensure all cash is applied timely and accurately.

Commitment To Internal Control

The incumbent must understand, abide and uphold the system of internal controls related to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

(List in order of time spent)

The cash application specialist is responsible, but not limited to the following:

• General Function 
• Applying cash to the Info-Lease, Lease accounting system 
• Use of Receivables Edge – Lockbox check image website 
• Electronic Transfer of Lockbox Transmission File 
• Access invoice information to reconcile figures remitted  
• ACH payment processing 
• Bank Deposits & check processing 
• Returned payment processing 
• Review Bank Statement(s) for payment processing  
• Investigating/correcting misapplied payments 
• Distributing reports 
• Resolve unidentified cash application issues on a timely basis 
• May involve working with Collection & Customer Service Departments to determine application of payment 
• Develop cross reference worksheets to ease identification of third-party schedules to Info-Lease contract numbers 
• Working with the Unapplied Suspense report to ensure payments are identified and applied in a timely basis. 
• Overpayments/Participations – ensure overpayments/participations are applied to the correct open item/GL so that funds can be sent back to the appropriate recipient on a timely basis; within 30 days for overpayments; the next day for participations . 
• Contract maintenance in Info-Lease (disposition, restructuring etc.)   
• Other projects including negative net investment research, process testing, and tasks assigned by supervisor. 
  
  

KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators)

• Focus on accuracy and consistency. Once notified of an error/correction needed-ensuring the same error doesn’t continue multiple times.
• Daily Cash book (including checklist) should be complete and accurate.
  
  

Responsibility and Decision Making Authority:

• Act independently; Decision making within company policy
  
  

Management/Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Info-Lease Cash Application and related functionality
• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts, preferable
  
  

Competencies:

Thinking Skills 

• Analytical ability 
• Problem-solving 
• Learning oriented 
  
  

Communications 

• Oral communication 
• Written communication 
• Ability to listen 
  
  

Interpersonal Relationships

• Ability to work in a team 
  
  

Technical and Professional 

• Detail-oriented 
• Thoroughness 
  
  

Personal Qualities

• Adaptability 
  
  

Education and Experience :

• Associate degree with at least 2 years’ experience; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years’ experience in the banking or leasing industry, preferable
• Knowledge of Banking or leasing
  
  

Licensing and Certification : None

Working Hours

• Hours may vary and will require evening work and weekends depending on business needs and will require working overtime.
  
  

Tools And Equipment Used

• Personal computer, copier, fax, phone, and other typical office equipment
  
  

Travel:

• Occasional travel related to attendance at industry seminars
  
  

Physical Demands

• Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
• Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.
• Ability to speak to and hear customers and/or other employees via phone or in person
• Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move from one office location to another
  
  

The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The position is (exempt/non-exempt) and the salary will be between $54,600.00 and $65,000.00 with an opportunity to earn (a discretionary annual bonus).

The salary range is determined and based on internal equity, market data/ranges, applicant's skills, prior relevant experience and education.

Additional Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) and matching
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts