Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist

$45,760 - $49,920/Yr

Brady Industries - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Entry Level

Las Vegas, NV

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

BradyPLUS focuses on solution selling, customer education, and product expertise in key commercial market segments including hospitality, education, restaurants, healthcare, and more. We are THE destination for talent and careers. Come be a part of a growing organization and a winning team! The Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring that Brady receives payments for goods and services while accurately recording these transactions. This position involves coordinating payment collections, processing credit card payments, and managing customer accounts effectively. As an Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining strong organization skills, prioritizing work, and multitasking effectively in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload. Attention to detail and responsiveness are essential, as you will be working under deadlines and managing a high volume of incoming emails and calls. You will also need to maintain a professional demeanor while developing and nurturing solid relationships with high-profile customers. Your role will require excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as analytical and critical thinking abilities. A solid understanding of accounting principles and practices is necessary, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software. You will be expected to identify, research, and resolve account discrepancies while ensuring that all tasks are completed in a timely and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely collection of payments for goods and services.
• Record transactions accurately in the accounting system.
• Coordinate payment collection and process credit card payments.
• Manage customer accounts and maintain accurate records.
• Respond to a high volume of incoming emails and calls professionally and promptly.
• Identify, research, and resolve account discrepancies.
• Maintain strong relationships with high-profile customers.
• Work collaboratively with multiple departments to manage relationships.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced, heavy workload environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience in collections or a related field.
• Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Detail-oriented and responsive, with a focus on deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to manage relationships across departments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong computer skills with an emphasis on accounting software and 10-key touch typing.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced work environment.
• Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, supplemental, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Nine paid holidays a year
• Paid time off