Hybrid Accounting Assistant - Accounts Receivable en CKD USA Corporation

Description

CKD USA Corporation is a global leader in automation technology and industrial components. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for professionals who are committed to excellence and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 

CKD USA Corporation is currently seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and highly organized Accounting Assistant to join our Finance & Administration team at our Schaumburg, IL office. This individual will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting support functions, primarily focused on Accounts Receivable, Cash Receipts, and Collections.

This position plays a key role in supporting accurate and timely financial operations and serves as a critical point of contact for internal departments and external customers regarding payment-related inquiries.

Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of Account Receivables:

               o Handle all issues related to cash collections as they arise.

               o Contact delinquent customers and expedite payment.

               o Follow up with inside sales department regarding billing and shipment 

               o Process invoices to customers in a backup role.

• Prepare miscellaneous reports for accounting analysis.
• Present a positive and respectful professional image towards customers and co-workers and make decisions based on company policies and processes. 
• Other duties as assigned.   

Requirements

Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 1-year collections experience and minimum 2 years of accounts receivable experience – cash application required.
• Previous experience balancing transactions, along with an understanding of ACH and wire transfers.
• A strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and Microsoft Excel/Word required. 
• Experience with Dynamics or a similar ERP system is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to troubleshoot problems and solve puzzles, but know when to ask for assistance
• Highly organized and thorough with ability to manage a high volume of accounts and detailed tasks in a deadline-driven environment required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines in a high-volume environment

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or relevant experience preferred
• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary office work; minimal physical activity
• Frequent use of computer and phone systems
• Must be able to sit, type, and interact with a computer for extended periods
• Occasional standing and walking (less than 1/3 of the time)
• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, with ability to adjust focus
• Moderate noise level typical of an office environment

CKD USA Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. CKD USA makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.