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Accounting Specialist - Accounts Receivable

Irish Boat Shop
      30+ days ago

      Job Description

      Accounts Receivable / Accounting Specialist – Marina & Boatyard
      Irish Boat Shop
      Location: Harbor Springs
      Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
      Pay (Hourly): Competitive pay, Commensurate on experience.
      Schedule: Monday–Friday with occasional seasonal/weekend flexibility
      Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller
       
      About Us
      Irish Boat Shop is a full-service marina and boatyard serving recreational and commercial boaters throughout Northern Michigan. We provide dockage, storage, repair, maintenance, fueling, and marine retail services in a fast-paced waterfront environment.  We have multiple locations throughout northwest Michigan.
      We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Accounts Receivable / Accounting Specialist to support our accounting operations and help deliver excellent customer service during both peak boating season and year-round operations.
      Position Summary
      The Accounts Receivable / Accounting Specialist is responsible for customer invoicing, collections, payment processing, account reconciliation, and general accounting support. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, customer-service focused, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic marine service environment.
      Key Responsibilities
      • Process and manage day-to-day accounts receivable transactions, including:
        • Slip rentals
        • Storage fees
        • Service and repair work
        • Fuel sales
        • Parts and retail purchases
        • POS transactions
        • Warranty invoicing
      • Receive, verify, and apply customer payments in accordance with company financial procedures
      • Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts
      • Communicate professionally with customers regarding billing questions and payment collections
      • Research and resolve billing discrepancies while maintaining a high level of customer service
      • Collaborate closely with service advisors, dock staff, and management teams
      • Reconcile daily cash, credit card, and bank deposit transactions
      • Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting
      • Maintain accurate customer and vendor records
      • Support accounts payable and general bookkeeping tasks as needed
      • Answer and route incoming phone calls professionally and efficiently
      • Maintain confidentiality and security of financial information
      • Perform additional duties as assigned
      Qualifications
      • Background in accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable experience
      • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
      • Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and customer service practices
      • Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records
      • Comfortable handling customer conversations regarding billing and payments
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
      • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
      • Marina, marine, or service-industry experience is a plus
      • Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
      • Ability to touch type at least 40 WPM with 95% accuracy
      • Ability to climb ladders and stairs and occasionally lift up to 30 pounds
      • Ability and willingness to work six days per week during peak seasonal periods
      • Valid driver’s license required
      What We Offer
      • Competitive pay based on experience
      • Paid time off and holidays
      • Employee boating and marina perks (where applicable)
      • Friendly waterfront work environment
      • Opportunities for long-term growth and advancement
      • Great benefit package.  Medical, Dental & Vision plans.
      • Profit Sharing plan, Life Insurance plan
      To Apply
      Please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and interest in the position.

      Numbers & Facts

      Location
      Websitehttps://www.irishboatshop.com/about/careers/employment-opportunities.html

      Skills

      • Accountingunmatched
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      • Accounts Receivableunmatched
      • Billingunmatched
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      • Corporate Financeunmatched
      • Credit Cardsunmatched
      • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
      • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
      • Dental Insuranceunmatched
      • Detail Orientedunmatched
      • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
      • Driver's Licenseunmatched
      • Financial Controlunmatched
      • Financial Proceduresunmatched
      • Financial Reportingunmatched
      • Financial Transactionsunmatched
      • Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
      • Lift/Move 30 Poundsunmatched
      • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
      • Microsoft Excelunmatched
      • Microsoft Officeunmatched
      • Multitaskingunmatched
      • Operational Supportunmatched
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      • Past Due Accountsunmatched
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      • People Managementunmatched
      • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
      • Reconciliationunmatched
      • Rentalsunmatched
      • Retailunmatched
      • Salesunmatched
      • Telephone Skillsunmatched
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