Accounts Receivable Analyst

Accounts Receivable Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team in Lima, Ohio. This role requires a proactive individual with strong analytical skills to manage customer accounts, perform credit evaluations, and oversee payment processing. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and ensure consistent adherence to company procedures.

Responsibilities :

• Set up and update customer accounts, manage credit holds, and adjust credit lines as necessary.
• Conduct credit analyses for prospective customers and collaborate with external credit insurance providers to maintain adequate coverage.
• Lead the Accounts Receivable department by preparing comprehensive reports, facilitating collection meetings, and ensuring compliance with departmental procedures.
• Accurately post customer payments to outstanding invoices in a timely manner.
• Investigate customer payment discrepancies, such as debits or short payments, and coordinate with plant locations and sales teams to resolve issues.
• Communicate ongoing customer-related concerns to supervisors, sales teams, and other relevant personnel.
• Maintain organized records to support adjustments for returns, pricing errors, or other invoice discrepancies.
• Assist external auditors by providing necessary documentation to facilitate efficient and accurate audits.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

Requirements :