Entry level Accounts Receivable Specialist

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world's largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. 

Summary of Business

Amphenol is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. We design, manufacture, and market electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cable, and interconnect systems. The primary end markets for our products include communications and information processing, aerospace, military electronics, automotive, and other industrial applications.

We are currently looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team.

WHAT DOES AN ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST DO?

The top priorities will be keeping up to date with calls and reports and dealing with past-due accounts. The ideal candidate will be able to handle pressure and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Due to the nature of this position, a people-oriented person who can communicate at high levels would be best suited. The performance will be measured by how much time it takes to collect from shipment date, timeliness, and accuracy of month end, and how much past due invoices are. Monthly financial reporting, cash application, and GL support will be necessary. Opportunities for advancement could include an Accountant or Senior Collection Specialist, depending on the individual's interest and educational background.

Responsibilities include:

• Posting cash receipts to invoices
• Preparing invoices, credit notes and releasing of ship sets
• Setting up new customer accounts and running credit checks
• Making daily calls/emails to due accounts and following up on overdue accounts
• Preparing accounts receivable related reports to sister companies
• Working with customers, marketing, and sales departments
• Other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable
• Familiarity with order entry system
• University or college graduate or equivalent in business or accounting

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