Accounts Receivable- Collection Specialist

Salson Logistics has been in business since 1960, and has continued to grow and thrive. 
 

Due to our recent growth, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Receivable - Collection Specialist.  

We are proud to offer a safe, lively and warm work environment, competitive weekly pay, and an onsite kitchen with Chef, health benefits and 401K. 
 

As an Accounts Receivable - Collection Specialist, you will support SalSon Logistics Collections goals as a liaison for customers to resolve collections issues, collect on outstanding or aged balances, and enhance the overall efficiency and success of the collections process.
 

Responsibilities: 
 

• Conducts systematic review of all aging accounts and contacts customers  regarding the collection of outstanding accounts
• Send weekly updated statements, current and/or past due invoices as needed 
• Follows-up with customers to resolve any invoice problems or discrepancies and if necessary, makes additional contact for the collection of outstanding invoices.
• Researches discrepancies by checking all possible sources of disagreement, reconstructing probable actions, and prepare corrected documents as required
• Partners with the billing team, Terminal managers and other parties on past due and collection efforts 
•  Builds and maintains customer relationships 
• Demonstrates excellent  communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions where clarification is needed
• Maintains customer files and ensure necessary documentation is received, noted, and updated in  ERP System 
•  Prepares  AR transactions including debits and credits, write-off, for approval and processing by AR Supervisor
• Must be able to prioritize workload and perform in a fast-paced environment at  a high level of accuracy 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:
 

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounts receivable and/or collections required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite – Proficient in Excel
• Experience using Great Plains accounting systems preferred- Comfortable learning and using multiple software systems 
• Document  management, file creation and previous records experience required

Benefits:
 

• Weekly pay
• Full Benefits: Dental, Health and Vision
• Vacation pay
• Paid sick days
• Holiday pay
• 401K Plan