Akron, OH
Job description
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Akron, OH
Hourly Rate: $20
Position Overview
The Accounts Receivable Coordinator will assist the Credit & Collections team by handling various accounts receivable and administrative tasks. This is a long-term contract role suited for individuals with a background in accounts receivable, cash applications, or credit and collections, who thrive in a cooperative setting while ensuring precision in their work. This position is essential for facilitating invoice processing, investigating customer deductions, managing documentation, and supporting collection efforts. The candidate should be professional, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a dynamic corporate atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate and address a significant volume of customer deductions and payment inconsistencies.
- Gather, prepare, and digitize supporting documents for customer accounts and related disputes.
- Compile denial packets along with supporting evidence for disputes and collection efforts.
- Assist the Credit & Collections team with submitting invoices and credits through customer portals.
- Support collection initiatives by following up with customers and keeping comprehensive account notes.
- Engage professionally with customers and internal teams via email and phone.
- Provide additional support for cash application and cash posting when required.
- Assist in special projects and various credit-related administrative duties.
- Use SAP to access invoices, customer accounts, and associated financial details.
- Ensure accuracy while juggling multiple priorities and adhering to deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is preferred.
- 3 to 4 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit & Collections, or a similar accounting role.
- Proven experience in resolving customer deductions, invoice discrepancies, or payment issues.
- Experience in cash applications and/or cash posting is preferred.
- Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise ERP systems is highly desirable.
- Strong computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office, and advanced skills in Excel.
- Excellent organizational capabilities with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of interacting with both customers and internal stakeholders professionally.
- Ability to work autonomously while also collaborating effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
- Professional appearance, excellent customer service abilities, and a quick learner of new systems and processes.
- Experience in a corporate office setting is advantageous.
STEMHUNTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
