Accounts Receivable

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Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist 

Location: Overland Park, KS

Department: Finance / Accounting

Reports To: Accounts Receivable Manager

Compensation: 50,000 Salary + Commission ( 55k-65k all in)  

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage invoicing, collections, payment processing, and account reconciliation for Commercial customers. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate receipt of payments, maintaining positive client relationships, and supporting overall financial operations.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and has experience working with accounting systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor accounts to identify outstanding balances and overdue payments.
• Follow up with customers regarding past-due invoices and payment arrangements. 
• Process incoming payments, including ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions. 
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies. 
• Maintain accurate records of collection attempts and customer communications. 
• Prepare aging reports and provide status updates to management. 
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Accounting teams to resolve account issues.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and audit support. 
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Adhere to KPI targets for collections activity, amounts collected, and portfolio health.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred. 
• 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, or accounting experience. 
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Excellent analytical, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.
• Experience in B2B collections or high-volume invoicing environments. 

Skills & Competencies

• Problem-solving and critical thinking 
• Professional communication with both internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage confidential financial information 
• Strong follow-through and accountability 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively 
• Process improvement mindset

Join Us: At Southwind, we believe in fostering a dynamic work environment where you can make an impact and are provided with the tools, support, and resources you need to grow your career and thrive. Join our team and help us revolutionize the home services industry! Apply now!