Accounts Receivable Specialist

Do you have previous experience working in Accounts Receivables at a dealership? Do you have 1-3 years of A/R experience? Then you might be of great value to our team! At Sunset Ford, we're hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team with knowledge and passion for accurate accounting while enjoying the atmosphere of a family business and caring / fun co-workers.

Accounts Receivable Specialist Job Summary
As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you'll record payments to customer accounts and maintain accounts receivable records. In this position, you'll take appropriate collection action on accounts more than 30 days old and reconcile and deposit all monies received by the dealership as directed by our office managers.

Benefits - We have ALL the reasons under the SUN to work at Sunset Ford!

• Work/Life Balance - Weekends Off


• 40 Hour Work Weeks Full-Time


• 100% Paid Health benefits for Employee - Health, Dental, Vision


• Retirement 401k Immediate and Automatic Enrollment


• Time off when needed


• Opportunity to increase your pay


• Yearly Performance Reviews


• Competitive Pay with dealership experience


• Team & Family Atmosphere


• Employee Discounts on Parts & Service


• Employee Pricing on New & Used Cars


• Referral Bonuses on Vehicle Purchases!

Accounts Receivable Specialist Responsibilities

• Reconciles daily receipts, including charge cards, on a daily basis (Cash Clearing A/C 1010).


• Receipts all monies received from vehicle sales, checks for money due


• Post daily A/R payments and prepare bank deposit, generate EFT for withdrawals


• Reconciles statements and follows up collections as necessary.


• Creates Excel templates for uploading to our DMS system for clearing balances and processing payments


• Prepares accounts receivable statements monthly.


• Reconcile bank account statement and credit card statement.


• Submit invoices daily to 3rd party A/R company (Interstate Billing Company)


• Answers accounts receivable phone calls and follows up on inquiries.


• Follow up with past due customers


• Updates and maintains customers' account information as needed.


• Maintains a professional appearance and neat work area.


• Researches and processes charge backs, returns, and bad checks as directed by the Office Manager.


• Prepare, print, and mail out 8300 Forms to IRS and letters to customers


• Fills in for other administrative positions as needed and directed by management.


• Assists with related special projects as required


• Check email frequently and respond to inquiries immediately

Accounts Receivable Clerk Qualifications

• 1-3 years A/R


• Previous experience working in A/R at a dealership is a plus


• Knowledge of general accounting, regulatory standards and compliance


• Good math skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including the ability to use spreadsheets and 3rd party accounting programs


• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality


• Excellent data entry skills


• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills


• Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills


• Effective organizational, stress and time management skills


• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines


• Ability to work independently or as a team member

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to providing a safe, drug-free work environment. Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug test. Interested candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.