Job Information
Aston Carter Accounts Receivable Specialist in Bronx, New York
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist
Job Description
The AR Collections Specialist will be in charge of maintaining multimillion dollar aging portfolio of 500-700 existing customers. This position will report to the Accounts Receivable Manager and will play a critical role in supporting the daily operations of the AR department.
Responsibilities
Managing 500-700 assigned accounts, low to high dollars.
Maintain high volume of daily collection calls and e-mail communication with customer base
Arranging for debt repayment or establishing repayment schedules based on customer’s financial situations.
Constantly following up with customers to ensure a quick and easy repayment process.
Reconcile unapplied customer payments
Maintain and resolve customer balances on credit hold
Report on aged balances to Management monthly
Resolving unpaid balances, advising customer of necessary action steps and useful strategies for repayment.
Maintaining an updated financial status report for assigned accounts.
Reviewing the terms of sales, service and/or credit contracts with customers.
Performing various administrative functions for assigned accounts, such as recording address changes, sorting, filing and answering correspondence.
Locating and monitoring overdue accounts, using aging report and an automated system.
Qualifications
MUST HAVE: 3-5 years’ experience making high volume collection calls, in a fast paced environment.
Experience managing an abundant aging report of at least 500 accounts.
Great energy and “can-do” attitude.
Creative problem solver with great customer service skills.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, & Word.
Possess a high sense of urgency and be detail oriented.
In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 3 years of equivalent work experience required.
Soft Skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong management skills
Proven interpersonal skills
Excellence in written communication
Work Site
This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Bronx location and some days remote.
Work Environment
Hybrid, 3 days in-office, 2 days from home.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.