Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Job Description
Amazing Career Moments Happen Here
Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That's why at Applied, we're building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers - all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the Insurtech game, we're not just redefining what's achievable, we're creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible.
Position Overview
Applied Systems, Inc., a worldwide leader in insurance technology, is currently searching for an Accounts Receivable Coordinator to become an essential member of our accounting team. In this role, you will be processing accounts receivable related activity while following established policies and procedures. It is a hybrid role which will involve mainly working from home. There will be the occasional occurrence that in office presence is requested for collaboration and teambuilding.
What You'll Do

• Applying customer payments to appropriate trade receivables in accounting system
• Reconciling customer payment activity to bank deposits
• Communicating and following up with customers
• Collaborating and working with the accounts receivable team including the team manager
• Reviewing accounts receivable aging
• Assist in special projects as needed
• This is a remote role but only local to the Chicago market

We're Excited to Learn More About You
Your experience may include:

• Minimum 1-3 years of practical accounting/bookkeeping experience
• Working knowledge of MS Excel and other Microsoft products
• Understanding of core concepts related to collections including accounts receivable, cash application, customer communication, and management
• Working knowledge of basic accounting terminology and procedures
• An associate or bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred; however, we highly value equivalent professional experience and encourage candidates with a strong accounting background to apply.

You may have other skills or credentials, including:

• Oracle NetSuite Experience
• Familiarity with accounting for foreign currencies such as the Canadian Dollar
• Self-Motivated, Eagerness to Learn
• Excellent Communication Skills and Organized
• Trustworthy, Dependable, & Reliable

We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech to apply!
W hen You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect
A culture that values who you are and recognizes that you aren't just an employee; you are a teammate, and you matter. We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day.
We flex our time together , collaborating remotely and in-person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them.
A comprehensive benefits and compensation package that centers our teammates and helps them to bring their best to work every day:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Holiday and Vacation Time
• Health and Wellness Days
• A Bonus Day for Your Birthday

Our targeted starting base salary in the United States for this position ranges from $46,000 - $54,500. To determine a new team member's starting pay, we consider a variety of factors, including someone's depth, breadth, and variety of experience, skills, and responsibilities. Depending on the role, team members may also be eligible to participate in additional compensation plans such as bonus and commission.
Learn more about the people behind our products at: https://www1.appliedsystems.com/en-us/about-us/jobs/
Your Security Matters
Our candidates' personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers' portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers.
EEO Statement
Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don't discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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