Accounts Receivable Analyst

Flight Safety International - Grove City, OH

Full-time

Grove City, OH

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Accounts Receivable Analyst at FlightSafety International plays a crucial role in ensuring the prompt and accurate processing of customer payments. This position serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries and troubleshooting related to cash application and reporting for customer accounts receivables. The Analyst is responsible for identifying areas of opportunity within the accounts receivable processes and implementing appropriate corrective action procedures. Additionally, the role supports the Accounts Receivable Supervisor by contributing innovative solutions and problem-solving strategies to enhance operational efficiency. In this position, the Accounts Receivable Analyst will guarantee timely posting of payments in SAP, provide feedback on team performance, and establish methods to monitor quality and efficiency within the department. The Analyst will also collaborate cross-functionally with other business units to identify and clear past due accounts, create and maintain reports regarding aging balances, and research and reconcile all payments, including escalated invoice payment disputes. Compliance with corporate procedures and internal controls is essential, as is the maintenance and updating of customer files, including billing contact information. The role requires a proactive approach to investigating and resolving invalid or unauthorized deductions, monitoring credits on accounts, and assisting in the reconciliation of general ledger and customer accounts on a monthly basis. The Accounts Receivable Analyst will also support the Accounts Receivable Supervisor and Accounting Operations Manager with special projects as assigned, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Guarantee timely posting of payments in SAP
• Provide feedback on team performance to set priorities and establish methods for monitoring quality and efficiency
• Establish and follow Standard Operating Procedures for all Accounts Receivable processes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other business units to identify and clear past due accounts
• Create and maintain reporting regarding status aging balances
• Identify problems and inconsistencies within the accounts receivable processes and recommend corrective procedures
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency
• Research and reconcile all payments including escalated invoice payment disputes
• Answer customer inquiries and interact with them regarding issues relating to invoices
• Comply with corporate procedures and ensure team follows proper internal controls
• Support Accounts Receivable Supervisor and Accounting Operations Manager with special projects as assigned
• Maintain and update customer files, including billing contact information
• Assist in reconciling general ledger and customer accounts monthly
• Investigate and resolve invalid or unauthorized deductions in a timely manner
• Monitor credits on accounts and post them in a timely fashion

Requirements

• Associates Degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in Accounts Receivable
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Proven ability to overcome obstacles and get results
• Displayed ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of SAP or similar system
• Proficient with EXCEL, Access, Word, PowerPoint
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• High level of initiative and motivation
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to interact with various levels of management in a professional manner
• Continuous improvement orientation