Accounts Receivable Specialist

Company Overview

The Bluebird Group is a manufacturer’s representative and consulting firm serving as an invaluable partner to some of the most innovative brands and multinational retailers. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions, focusing on growth, expertise, data, and fostering relationships.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Finance team in our office in Minneapolis, MN, and to support our Northwest Arkansas location. It’s a great opportunity for someone that is looking for a fun and dynamic work environment and prides themselves on working hard to achieve great results. If you're looking to grow professionally and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly Invoicing, ensuring accurate and timely billing according to contract terms.   In addition, research and reconcile client shipments to invoices using internal and client provided reports.
  
• Cash application.
  
• Business-to-Business collections, in collaboration with business unit leaders.  Build relationships with client and internal partners to increase cash collections and minimize adjustments or write offs.
  
• Accounting for Deferred Revenue arrangements, related revenue recognition and maintaining related applicable
• Account Reconciliations.
  
• Responsible for initiating business processes in support of recording revenue for services, as well as collaborating with colleagues to implement process improvements.
  
• Assist with monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP.
  
• Perform Client account analysis and reconciliations on a timely basis with a customer service acumen. 
  
• Support the implementation of automation tools. Continually improving the automation of invoicing, accounting, and reporting.
  
• Perform various other projects assigned.
  
• May include travel to other Bluebird offices, expected < 10%
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. 
  
• 2+ years of invoicing and/or Accounts Receivable experience.
  
• Experience with professional service revenue recognition preferred.
  
• Retail industry experience a plus.
  
• Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges.
  
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Proven track record of successful collaboration with sales and operations teams.
  
• Enjoys a bit of chaos and can sort through it to find solutions.
  
• Willing to wear multiple hats and just do what it takes to get the job done.
  
• Fluency in Excel, Word, and financial reporting systems proficiency.
  
• Experience with NetSuite a plus.
  

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Commuter Stipend for those working in our MPLS office
• Cell Phone Plan or Reimbursement
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA (with employer match)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) (with employer match)

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The ability to:

• remain seated or standing for extended durations, often more than 50% of the workday. 
  
• constantly operate a computer and other office equipment like printers, calculators, and copiers. 
• use one's hands for tasks like typing, grasping, and using a mouse. 
  
• move items such as boxes of files, office supplies, or other equipment that weigh up to 10-20 pounds. 

Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, might be required.