[Remote] Accounts Receivable Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Focusrite Group is a global music and audio company that develops and markets music technology products. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will manage all functions of Accounts Receivable, including customer payments, credit applications, and month-end closing tasks.ResponsibilitiesVerify and post customer payments (check, ACH, wire, credit card) ensuring application to correct customer and invoice(s)Review orders on finance hold; communicate efficiently with sales & operations teams or the customer to resolve the holdProcess credit applications for customers requesting terms, including reaching out to references, reviewing credit reports, & recommending a credit limit for approval to assistant controllerGather and review resale certificates for customers; ensure customer record is set up accordingly; monitor expiration dates of certificates to ensure there is always a valid copy on fileContinually monitor and review open AR; send collections emails to customers for past due balances and escalate as neededPrepare weekly AR Aging report for review with assistant controllerProcess credit memos for customer returnsMaintain a good relationship with customers by responding to all inquiries in a timely manner and resolving any account discrepanciesComplete month end closing tasks including accruals & reconciliationsAssist with monthly sales tax filingContinually monitor processes and raise issues or suggestions to assistant controller where improvements are neededAny ad hoc reporting or tasks as requested by controller or assistant controllerAssist with special projects as neededSkillsBachelors degree & minimum of two years related experienceProficient in Microsoft Office suite, specifically ExcelExperience with NetSuite or other similar ERPAbility to prepare reports and business correspondenceDemonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentagesCommitment to excellence and high standardsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to understand and follow written and verbal instructionsStrong critical thinking, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflowAbility to work independently and as a member of various teams and committeesVersatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasmCompany OverviewWe’re a passionate bunch united by a single objective: to smash through barriers and unleash boundless creativity in the world of sound. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, GBR, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.focusriteplc.com.