Accounts Receivable Specialist

Charlie's Produce - Who We Are

Charlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie's was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus.

With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.

What we offer:

An amazing company culture!
• Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
• ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
• Paid vacations, paid holidays.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

Additional Compensation Details:

• $22.00 - $27.00 per hour on Experience and Location of Role
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise
• Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (some flexibility)

The Role

Manage incoming payments and accurately record in accounting systems. Ability to work in fast paced environment. Must be able to effectively prioritize work to maximize performance. Accurate & timely reconciliation & deduction analysis of assigned customers.Requires close attention to detail.

Essential Responsibilities Include but Not Limited To

• Cash application of customer payments according to remittance using a variety of methods.
• Record Accounts Receivable adjustments based on customer deductions.
• Research and ensure proper documentation is obtained to adjust AR balances in a timely fashion.
• Ensure deductions are valid; reconcile accounts with customer regarding disputes, returns and discrepancies.
• Work with sales team to address customer issues.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Maintain and update customer files.
• Prepare customer set up supporting documents with recommended credit terms.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Prompt and professional responses to customer inquiries.
• Inform management of delinquent AR, aged deductions, and any other significant customer issues.

Required Skills and Experience

• Must possess basic understanding of accounting principles
• Must have strong computer skills with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically strong in Excel and accurate 10 key skills
• Ability to analyze large sets of data
• Strong attention to detail with a dedication to accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Motivated self-starter

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP
• Accounting Certificate OR 2-year Associates Degree

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Supplemental Information

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer