Bilingual Accounts Receivable Specialist

$52,000 - $58,240/Yr

Plymouth Poultry Company - Auburn, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Auburn, WA

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Bilingual Accounts Receivable Specialist at Plymouth Poultry Company is a full-time position responsible for managing cash applications, invoicing, and collections on outstanding balances. This role requires proficiency in both English and Spanish, as the specialist will ensure effective communication and follow-through on invoices and credits between Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P). The ideal candidate will be dedicated, proactive, and team-oriented, thriving in a fast-paced environment while embodying the company's values known as 'The Plymouth Way'. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $25 to $28, depending on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. In this role, the specialist will perform cash applications accurately and in a timely manner, manage collections on overdue balances while maintaining positive customer relationships, and prepare customer invoices using shipping documents for dropship customers. Additionally, the specialist will reconcile payment discrepancies on customer accounts, ensure that pass-through costs are cleared properly, assist with returns and price changes, and respond promptly and professionally to customer requests. The specialist will also act as a backup for other administrative team members and take on other projects as assigned. Plymouth Poultry Company is a third-generation, family-owned business that has been operating for 85 years, specializing in meat wholesale redistribution. The company has experienced significant growth over the past decade and prides itself on its passionate employees and family-like work environment. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team that values its employees, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Perform cash applications in an accurate and timely manner.
• Manage collections on balances past due while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Use shipping documents to prepare customer invoices for dropship customers.
• Reconcile payment discrepancies on customer accounts.
• Ensure pass through costs are cleared properly.
• Assist with returns, price changes, and research requests.
• Respond to customer requests promptly and professionally.
• Act as backup for other admin team members.
• Other projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2 years of accounting experience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and proactive approach
• Team player able to effectively interact with colleagues
• Flexible in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Employee discount