Accounts Receivable Specialist (Taylor, MI)
Accounts Receivable Specialist (Taylor, MI)
At EW Grobbel, we have been proudly delivering high quality food for 140 years. As one of Crain’s “50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit,” we’re ready to be a national powerhouse. We are seeking a highly proficient Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist. The role involves establishing controls and protocols to meet our operational and reporting needs, supporting the growth and advancement of EW Grobbel.
We are seeking an ideal candidate with a background in managing customer accounts, ensuring payment security, processing payments, and upholding credit policies. The ability to cultivate positive customer relationships is essential. Additionally, the role may entail overseeing ad-hoc projects as needed.
Objectives of this Role
- Oversee accounts receivable procedures, encompassing payment collections and cash application
- Monitor outstanding customer payments, proactively follow up, and resolve any discrepancies
- Accurately record customer payments in the company's accounting system
- Reconcile customer accounts and promptly address any discrepancies
- Maintain documented communication with CFO, sales team members, and other relevant departments to resolve payment issues
- Ensure adherence to accounting and regulatory standards
- Conduct monthly reconciliations and generate reports related to accounts receivable
- Assist in refining AR Module procedures to enhance efficiency
- Uphold and enforce internal credit policies
- Prepare and distribute customer statements and aging reports monthly
- Develop and implement reconciliation processes to ensure timely and accurate recording of all transactions
- Generate reconciliation reports detailing variances between the AR sub-ledger and the general ledger
- Provide additional analysis and ad-hoc reporting upon request
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years of experience in a related field
- Preferably experienced with NetSuite or similar enterprise reporting systems
- Detail-oriented individual with robust problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Strong financial and analytical aptitude
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
- Demonstrated organizational prowess
- Capacity to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects effectively
- Ability to thrive under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
- Comfortable navigating through rapid organizational growth and change
- Proficient knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Proven proficiency with systems; advanced Excel skills are a must
At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
- Normal work week is Monday – Friday
- Salary based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
- Paid holidays & vacation time
- Quarterly bonuses
- Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan
About EW Grobbel
EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.
The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.