Lead Accounts Receivable - STEVENS EQUIPMENT SUPPLY bei Stevens Equipment Supply

COME JOIN AN AMAZING TEAM! WE WANT TO OFFER YOU A CAREER, NOT JUST A JOB! Stevens Equipment Supply, a member of Daikin Industries Inc., is a wholesale distributor of equipment, parts & supplies to industries including Residential and Light Commercial Heating & Air Conditioning, Hospitality and Refrigeration is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Lead A/R role located at our corporate branch in Eagan, MN. The Accounts Receivable Lead is a second level accounting position reporting directly to the Controller.  The position provides direct support for processing the day-to-day client invoices, credit requests, resolving customer disputes, and other AR activities.

Why work with us?  

• Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires
• Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills
• Growth Opportunities  - there is immense opportunities to grow your career
• You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Position responsibilities may include: 

• Processing various types of accounts receivable transactions including client invoices, credit requests, resolving customer disputes 
• Responsible for responding to client inquiries 
• Responsible for the preparation of monthly and weekly journal entries 
• Maintaining the client master files in the account system 
• Reviewing exception reports 
• Running daily, weekly, and monthly reports to ensure all transactions and tasks are completed 
• Train new hires or employees that are being given new tasks, ensure SOPs are up to date 
• Interacts with internal and external customers in responding to inquiries or report requests as needed 
• Administrative tasks for the team/company 
• Performs other duties as assigned, such as establishment of new processes, onboarding new clients, corrective actions, or training with employees 
• Works closely with the assistant controller on any people management items/issues 
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs 

Nature & Scope:

• Oversees a group of employees and ensures job is done correctly 
• Provides daily objectives 
• Guides team at task level to ensure company goals are met 
• Is recognized as an expert in own area within a department 
• Provides mentoring and training for new employees 

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written 
• The ability to multi-task and willingness to learn new skills. 
• Proficiency with Word and Excel to create account reconciliations 
• Team oriented person who can focus on the details 
• Report writing skills 

Experience:

• 3+ years’ experience of accounts receivable processing experience. 
• Demonstrate experience with general ledger account reconciliations including month-end closing processes and knowledge of accounting principles. 

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma required. 
• Associates Degree preferred but not required. 

People Management: No 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations 

Reports To: 

• Controller   

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. 

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.   

• Pay rate range is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience.
• The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for employees include healthcare and dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, 401K and different types of paid time off.  

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