Accounts Receivable Associate at Joe Johnson Equipment USA

WHO WE ARE:As the foremost distributor of public works equipment Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) supplies mobile infrastructure maintenance solutions to municipalities and contractors throughout Canada and the US. Through our extensive branch network we offer sales rentals leases servicing and support for vacuum trucks refuse and recycling collection vehicles street sweepers sewer cleaners and inspection cameras.JJE is a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.Accounts Receivable AssociateLOCATION: Monroe North CarolinaEMPLOYMENT TYPE: 1 Vacancy Full-time Permanent TOTAL REWARDS OVERVIEW:Competitive compensation; Salary Annual bonus opportunityAnnual salary increase opportunityComprehensive health and welfare benefits Paid Vacation and Paid Personal Days 401(k) Matching Program SUMMARY:The Accounts Receivable Associate will be focused primarily on the collection of outstanding invoices and conducting credit reviews in a timely manner and in alignment with internal accounting department procedures.ABOUT YOU: Strong negotiation skills with ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacyStrong analytical skills with proven attention to detail Excellent time management and organizational skillsCreative problem solving and a positive attitudeAble to work effectively in a fast-paced high-volume environmentPOSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification: Accounting or Business Administration diploma considered an assetMust be able to pass a pre-employment background checkExperience: 3 - 5 years experience in an Accounts Receivable or related positionProficient with Microsoft Office suite as well as accounting software/ERP Experience with accounting software and the ability to learn new systems POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:Complete all collections processes for designated portfolio in alignment with established procedures and timelinesProcess credit applications for new customersPost bank deposits and petty cashPrepare reports for outstanding AR and provide to Management teamProcess repair and storage liens and dischargesAnalyze and address internal invoicing issuesConduct required month-end tasks including printing and emailing AR statements and preparing commentary for monthly aging reportsOther Accounting assignments as requested WHY WORK AT JJETalented dedicated and passionate team to work withExceptional best-in-class products and service offerings for our customers Charitable Giving Program Educational Scholarship Program Tuition Reimbursement Employee & Family Assistance Program (EAP) Our Core People ValuesLeadership Customer Excellence Integrity Inspiration Teamwork Innovation and AmbitionIf you are looking for a new opportunity then we at Joe Johnson Equipment welcome your application. We encourage applications from all qualified persons however only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted. If you are contacted for an interview and require any accommodation please notify HR in advance and we will provide applicable accommodation. Required Experience:IC Key Skills Journal Entry,Customer Service,Collection effort,A/R Management,Past due Account,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Excel,Payroll,Financial statement,Collection procedures,Customer Account,Delinquents Account,Direct Reports,Timely collections Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1