The World’s Best Cheeses is a rapidly growing Westchester County based business looking to add a talented individual to work hand in hand with our Credit Manager to run the A/R Department.
You will be joining our 9-person A/R Department with a large portion of your day spent helping our Credit Manager and our 8 A/R Assistants.
Responsibilities:
- Work side by side with the Credit Manager to oversee the accounts receivable process, including invoicing, collections, and cash application - Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payments and resolve any billing discrepancies.
- Prepare and analyze aging reports to identify delinquent accounts and take appropriate actions
- Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to address customer inquiries and resolve issues
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, transactions, and payment history
- Work closely with our Controller to generate financial reports related to Accounts Receivable for management review
- Implement and enforce credit policies and procedures to minimize bad debt risk
- Work with ownership to discipline employees when necessary
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Manager or similar role
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Ability to effectively manage a team and delegate tasks accordingly
- Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and MS Office Suite
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record keeping
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Benefits:
- Starting Salary is $75,000
- Medical benefits for one person (oxford) eligibility starts after 90 days of employment (80% paid by employer)
- Paid time off benefits start after 60 days. They include vacation after 6 months, personal days, and major holidays.
- 2 weeks vacation and 5 personal days per year (this will be prorated for your first year)
- 401K plan with 4% match available after 1 year
- Paid holidays include New Years: 1.5 days, Presidents day, Good Friday (half day), Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas (1.5 days)
- Annual salary review each Feb 1st
