Accounts Receivable Specialist - Milwaukee, WI
Standard Electric Supply Co. is a family-owned company that is celebrating 106 years of service. We are a wholesale distributor of electrical and automation supplies. We have 16 locations across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana. If you are dedicated to providing superior customer service and enjoy working with a quality-driven organization, we want you to join our team!
About the Role:
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is essential to supporting the financial operations of Standard Electric Supply Co. by ensuring accurate and timely processing of customer payments. This role involves communication with customers to resolve discrepancies such as past due invoices and other billing variances. The specialist will research and resolve questions related to invoicing and transactions, maintain organized and up-to-date customer records, and ensure the accurate processing and deposit of remittances. By providing excellent service to both customers and suppliers, this position plays a key role in maintaining strong business relationships and supporting efficient cash flow for the company.
The pay range for this position is $26 to $27 hourly. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical work location within the state.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
- Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in accounting, Business, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable.
- Experience with cash applications and collections.
- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous process improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Communicate with customers and internal teams to resolve variances and collect on past-due invoices.
- Research and resolve questions related to customer transactions, invoicing, and payment discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date customer records including tax exemption information, address changes, and customer contacts.
- Deposit customer payments and accurately process remittances and cash applications.
- Provide excellent customer service to customers, suppliers, and internal teams while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Why Join Standard Electric?
- Family-owned company with 106 years of success.
- Employee-focused culture and team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Benefits:
- Business Hours 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
- Paid Holidays
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K Match and Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Wedding Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Family Oriented Culture
We are an equal employment opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years of experience in accounting or a related field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities
- Associate's degree in accounting, business, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable
- Experience with cash applications and collections
- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems
- Commitment to continuous process improvement
What We Do
Standard Electric Supply Co. is a fourth-generation, family-owned full-line electrical distributor serving OEM and MRO customers, with particular expertise in industrial automation and control. It supplies products and operational support intended to keep production systems running and improve customer efficiency. Its services include engineering support, inventory management, enclosure modification, repair, kitting and custom assemblies, IIoT, customer support, and training, alongside tailored solutions for complex industrial operations.
