AR Collections Specialist

Visual Comfort & Co.


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Skokie, IL
Salary: $25 - $26 per hour
Contract type: Full time
The A/R Collection Analysts are primarily responsible for working with an assigned portfolio of business-to-business accounts in an effort to obtain the lowest possible DSO while retaining the customers' business.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned business-to-business accounts, conducting audits and reconciliations to resolve account issues.
  • Release orders on credit hold, ensuring timely processing and fulfillment.
  • Provide support to Credit Managers and/or other Analysts in their absence or as needed.
  • Complete credit references for specific customers within the portfolio.
  • Foster relationships with customers, sales teams, and internal operations, ensuring prompt resolution of issues in a professional manner.
  • Process and review account adjustments, small balance write-offs, and credit memos for assigned customer accounts.
  • Resolve discrepancies arising from short payments, product returns, pricing, or co-op, with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain and update accurate customer account records, including detailed notes.
  • Meet departmental goals and metrics within the assigned portfolio.
  • Perform other duties as required to support the overall functioning of the credit and collections department.
  • Support and uphold the Visual Comfort & Co. Company Values.
  • Demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to the agreed-upon schedule.

Qualifications:

  • Associate's degree or equivalent from a college or university accredited by the US Department of Education, with specialization in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • Minimum of two years of full-time experience in Collections, specifically in a business-to-business context.
  • Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
  • Strong proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
  • Ability to reconcile accounts, resolve discrepancies, and manage short payments.
  • Excellent understanding of the Collections and Account Reconciliation processes.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Proven ability to set priorities and work within deadlines.
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team atmosphere, fostering positive work relationships.

What Visual Comfort & Co. Offers:

  • Competitive Compensation Package
  • Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
  • 401(k) Employer Match.
  • Paid Time Off Programs
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package.
  • Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products.

Compensation Range: $25.00/hr - $26.00/hr

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