AR Collections Clerk Vernon CA USA

Position: AR Collections Clerk

Industry: other

Employment: Full Time

Experience: 3 to 5 year

Qualification: Degree holder

Salary: $21-$23 per hour

Location: Vernon, CA, USA

Company: Baker Commodities Inc.

Description:

AR Collections Clerk – Los Angeles

Description

Baker Commodities California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California Applicants (http://client.hrservicesinc.com/downloads/pm/clients/1977/ccpa applicant’s letterhead.pdf)

Pay Range: $21-$23 per hour

Job Purpose: Perform varied collection clerical duties in support of office processes and procedures

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for communicating with customers on open credit issues
• Responsible for documenting customer related communications in the company’s internal customer service system
• Review account receivables aging schedule for collections purposes
• Responds promptly to customer inquiries for information and documentation requests on their accounts
• Responsible for direct communication with various department managers on an as needed basis regarding past due customers
• Responsible for preparing the accounts receivable aging schedule and assign accounts to each collector
• Responsible for sending accounts to letter and legal collections
• Responsible for processing credit card transactions as needed
• Other responsibilities include: preparing collections letters and aging reports, researching rebate checks and preparation, generation, and review of various internal reports
• Prepare debit and credit memos as required
• Account reconciliations prepared on a monthly basis
• Assist in training new Accounts Receivable Collections Clerks
• Coordinate Certificate of Insurance with customers and Safety Director
• Prepare allowance for doubtful accounts
• The position requires accuracy, persistence and attention to details
• Route data entry as needed
• Prepare daily deposit as needed
• Email daily deposit checks to internal departments and other divisions as needed
• Cover the front desk breaks and lunch, as needed
• Perform front desk receptionist duties, as needed
• Perform additional administrative tasks as needed
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company

Position Requirements

Qualifications (KSA, Professional Certifications, Education, Experience, Travel Requirements)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 year of experience in AR Collections
• Ability to type and 10-key by touch
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and procedures to complete assigned tasks
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques and to demonstrate analytical skills
• Ability to investigate and document customer issues
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook (or similar e-mail software application).
• Strong phone skills with customer service focus
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work well with others
• Less than 5% travel requirement

Physical Demands/Requirements

Constantly (over 2/3):

• Operates computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine and printer
• Remain in a stationary position for 50% or more of the time
• Review documents, organizes data and detects accuracy of information
• Works in busy open office area with constant interruptions with need to refocus quickly
• Frequently (1/3-2/3)
• Moves throughout office and multiple floors accessing and moving files, office machinery, etc.
• Communicates with co-workers and exchanges accurate information in-person, telephonically and via electronic devices/e-mail
• Occasionally (under 1/3)
• Moves materials or documents up to 25 lbs.
• Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage offered, 401(k) With Employer Contribution, Paid holidays, Paid vacation and sick time, Company sponsored life insurance, Company sponsored short and long-term disability
• Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
• Shift Days
• Exempt/Non-Exempt

About the Organization Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world’s premier rendering companies.

EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.