Accounts Receivable Process Analyst
Company: UNFI
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
PURPOSE:Responsible for auditing, improving and reporting upon
processes pertaining to Accounts Receivable. Manages AR projects,
including tracking project status and providing recommendations on
key decisions. Appropriate escalation of failing or at-risk
processes related to ongoing business as well as future state
business.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Audits and reports performance of
ongoing AR processes, including but not limited to pricing short
paysubmissions; billings in process; rejected and debit balance
billings; weekly updates of key accounts; small balancewrite-off s;
and uncollectable balance write-off s.Identifies, develops,
documents, and implements improvements to existing processes and/or
builds new processesto address existing or forthcoming
issuesReconciles data related to aforementioned processes with
cross -functional stakeholders, including but not limitedto Credit;
Cash Applications; Claims; Pricing Execution; Billings; Deductions;
Accounts Payable; and Sales.Manages AR projects pertaining to
ongoing business processes; process improvements; standardization
initiatives;and new business/customer reviews.Partner with AR Reps
to gain an understanding of the processes and work with them to
improve upon and formallydocument those processes.Perform User
Acceptance Testing UAT f or system enhancements and other CI/IT
initiatives.Facilitate development and tracking of team metrics,
and miscellaneous ad hoc support of AR Analyst and/orCredit Analyst
responsibilities.Coordinates with management and department heads
to define and improve standards, processes, andprocedures.Performs
other relevant job duties as required.JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education/
Certifications: (Required & Preferred)Bachelor s degree or
equivalent experience or any satisfactory combination of experience
and training whichdemonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities
to perform duties.Experience:Three to five years of experience in
accounts receivable preferred.Knowledge:Advanced understanding of
accounting, reconciliations and accounts receivable functions.
Additional training inbookkeeping concepts and procedures pref
erred, especially as pertaining to food distribution
environment.Working knowledge of MS Of f ice Suite, with expert
proficiency in Excel.Strong knowledge of customer service and
collections practices with understanding of
negotiations.Demonstrate sound decision making within appropriate
level of authority and adherence to company policy.Skills/
Abilities:Strong administrative skills including attention to
detail, organization.Ability to prioritize workload and handle
workload changes as they occur in a highly fast paced office
environmentin order to meet deadlines.Ability to communicate
effectively and lead dialogue with all levels of the organization
including leadership bothverbally and in writing.Ability to
communicate precise information to internal and external customers
relating to account and/or projectstatus, and to facilitate
conflict resolution.Analytical ability to perform process research
and reconciliationsAbility to work well in a team environment and
develop relationships with internal departments to implementprocess
improvements and resolve internal and external conflicts.Self
-starter who takes initiative.Ability to maintain a high degree of
confidentiality.PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:Some travel may be
requiredMost work is performed in a temperature-controlled office
environmentIncumbent may sit f or long periods of time at desk or
computer terminalWhile performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle,
or feel;reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.Incumbent may
use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in
the course of normal workdayStooping, bending, twisting and
reaching may be required in completion of job dutiesThe above
statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work
performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must
comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The
responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel
soclassified may vary within each department and/or location.All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal
Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and
respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA
Federal Contractor.
Keywords: UNFI, East Providence , Accounts Receivable Process Analyst, Professions , Lincoln, Rhode Island
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