Accounts Payable Clerk

Company: The Shyft Group
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

SUMMARY The Accounts Receivable Clerk position is responsible for monitoring, collecting, and applying funds received for customer accounts and supporting the Finance departmentJOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare bank deposits and review for accuracy
• Apply payments to outstanding customer invoices in a timely manner
• Monitor and maintain accounts receivable aging
• Assist with the accounts receivable process through correspondence and collection calls
• Prepare customer invoices and Manufacturers Statement of Origin (MSO) for all chassis
• Maintain MSO log
• Reconcile customer accounts
• Retrieve D&B credit reports and appropriate tax documents and send credit inquiries to references for customers seeking net 30-day billing terms
• Assist with the review of customer credit issues
• Maintain accounts receivable / customer files
• Respond to requests for information from internal and external customers in a courteous and professional manner
• Assist with special projects, as assigned
• Other tasks as assigned QUALIFICATIONS
  • HS Diploma or GED required (Associates degree in Accounting or Finance preferred)
  • Minimum of two years accounts receivable experience
  • Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts
  • Demonstrate a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
  • Strong and consistent attention to detail
  • Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
  • Innovative team player
  • Intermediate computer skills are required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and AS400
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards
  • Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
  • Willing to improve self / area / company (including pursing additional training, if needed)
  • Capable of comprehensive listening (understanding the message(s) that is being communicated)
  • Strong:
    • Communication skills, verbal and written
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

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