Accounts Receivable Analyst

SCOPE:We’re a fast-growing dynamic medical device organization and we seek an experienced Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant to be part of our growth story. This person will be responsible for supporting the collections team, managing cash applications in the ERP system, journal entries & analytics, and month end close procedures.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure timely payment of customer accounts through various activities:Responsible for reducing delinquent account balances and DSO by supporting collection efforts via phone calls, account analysis, and processing adjustments as necessaryMonitor and manage the A/R mailbox, providing the highest-level customer service regarding collection and customer accounts issues by responding to customer requests in a timely mannerProvide customers with documentation such as invoices, monthly statements, purchase orders and proof of deliveryKeep the sales organization informed of Accounts Receivable performance by region through providing reports and supporting monthly status updates to accelerate cash collectionCollaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain and other departments, as needed, to resolve discrepancies, short and slow paymentsRecommend and implement process improvements to optimize cash collectionReconcile accounts, record journal entries, and ensure all month end closing procedures pertaining to Accounts Receivable are completedPost all Cash receipts in SAP daily (including bank lockbox, ACH and wire deposits).Support the AR Lead with completion of monthly DSO Dashboard, DSO Presentation Slides, and Bad Debt calculationsSupport bi-monthly meetings with the collections team, providing meaningful insight, suggestions, and contributions to help support their effortsEnsure invoices and credit notes are sent on a timely basisAssist with half year and year-end audit requirementsSupport other finance requirements, as needed including special projects as assigned