Accounts Receivable Clerk II

Description

S&W Wholesale Foods is Louisiana’s leading independent food service supplier and is on the Move! We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk II to join our team. S&W Wholesale Foods is a family-owned, customer-oriented company and we align our progress with your success. We believe in candid communication, being genuine, and working together as one team to achieve our goals. The Accounts Receivable Clerk II position is responsible for correctly posting all customer payments and resolving account discrepancies. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
• Post accounts receivable daily
• Daily check and cash deposits
• Requests and pursues payment on delinquent accounts via communication with account holder.
• Make collection calls, send invoices, and check on payment status.
• Reconcile customer A/R accounts as needed
• Monitors accounts receivable and cash receipt reports.
• Rule on credit hold accounts daily until cut off time with the assistance of the Credit Manager. 
• Maintains cash box daily 
• Creates reports regarding the status of customer accounts as requested. 
• Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Credit Manager and other staff.  
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Trained for back up of Credit Manager
• High performance teams and a strong team player
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years of related experience required

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times. 

Benefits Include:

• Birthday Holiday!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• 401(K) 
• 401(K) Company Match
• Employee Purchasing Discounts

Job Type:

- Full Time

- In Office, Monday through Friday

*S&W Wholesale Foods LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. *