Accounts Receivable Specialist

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Grand Rapids, MI, USA
In-Office
Junior
Other
The Role
Manages accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment processing, account reconciliation, collections, billing issue resolution, customer communications, and financial reporting. The role supports month-end and year-end close, maintains accurate records, prepares aging reports, ensures policy compliance, and collaborates with internal teams to improve billing and collection processes.
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to manage customer accounts, process payments, resolve billing issues, and ensure timely collection of outstanding balances. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience with accounting systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage daily accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment posting, and account reconciliation.
  • Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding invoices and overdue balances.
  • Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and account disputes.
  • Process and accurately apply customer payments to appropriate accounts.
  • Prepare and distribute customer statements, invoices, and collection notices.
  • Perform regular account reconciliations and maintain accurate AR records.
  • Communicate professionally with customers regarding balances, payments, and billing inquiries.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Prepare AR aging reports and other financial reports as required.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting teams to resolve account issues.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
  • Identify opportunities to improve billing and collection processes.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or accounting experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with ERP or accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, or Microsoft Dynamics.
  • Experience with high-volume invoicing and payment processing.
  • Knowledge of credit and collection procedures.
  • Experience working with AR aging reports and account reconciliations.

About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected].

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or accounting experience
  • Understanding of basic accounting principles
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
  • Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally
  • Experience with ERP or accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, or Microsoft Dynamics
  • Experience with high-volume invoicing and payment processing
  • Knowledge of credit and collection procedures
  • Experience with AR aging reports and account reconciliations
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The Company
HQ: Saint Paul, MN
1,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1878

What We Do

Smart Care Equipment Solutions is the new stand-alone company that was formerly the Equipment Care division of Ecolab. We are the nation's largest independent commercial kitchen equipment service and maintenance organization. While our name has changed, our commitment to world class care and support for our customers remains the same. Smart Care Starts with Smart People We offer our employees opportunity for career advancement and training! Always looking for top talent in the service technician field. Contact us to learn more!

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