Account Receivable Specialist

Join our Finance team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist 

Department: Finance

Work Location: El Paso, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite) 

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What you will be doing:

Responsible for all accounts receivable duties that pertain to the collection, cash applications, and research of customer invoices, payments, and claims. Supports the team in daily tasks by answering questions and giving guidance on any departmental procedures. Assigned territories include customer accounts ranging from large to very large activity and balances.

• Contacts customers and document on all past due items such as invoices, claims, billings, etc.
• Identifies, researches, and validates all customer deductions, claims, and short pays; verifies the accuracy of the payments received.
• Retrieves payment remittance information; research payment and deduction discrepancies; ensure accuracy of appropriate coding and value.
• Retrievers identifying and validating information on all customer claims. Matches customer debit memos with the incoming claims and code.
• Ensures communication of exceptions and follow-up with multiple departments.
• Processes valid claims for crediting and pursues invalid deductions for repayment; provides customers with account status documentation.
• Reconcile accounts by reviewing aging reports for matching invoices, credit memos, payments, debit memos, etc.
• Backup for department processes related to the creation of new customer account setups; receipt, entry, and logging of Credit Card payments; generate cash batches and facilitate the application of incoming cash receipts.

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Strong oral and written communication skills with all levels of personnel at the corporate level, the customer base level, and with Sales Representatives.
• Able to balance multiple tasks at the same time while meeting deadlines with minimal errors.
• Able to work in a high speed and a highly stressful environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma.
• 3+ years accounts receivable experience.
• Proven understanding of shipping, receiving, order production, credit, collections, cash receipts and applications, claims investigation, promotions, and compliance issues.
• Strong experience in Word, Outlook, and Excel, as well as strong computer experience to use the Oracle system.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Management.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process.  To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000. 

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.  Our portfolio includes trusted brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories.

We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time.