Accounts Receivables Specialist - Milwaukee, WI

American State Equipment
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    10 days ago

    Job Description

    As we continue to grow, we're looking for talented individuals to join the American State Equipment family. Backed by more than 60 years of industry success, we offer the opportunity to build a rewarding career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of our company and the customers we proudly serve.
     
    Accounts Receivable Specialist – Milwaukee, WI
     
    American State Equipment (ASE) is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. This position plays a critical role in managing customer accounts, processing payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and supporting the company's cash flow objectives. If you enjoy working with numbers, building positive customer relationships, and maintaining accurate financial records, we'd like to hear from you.
     
    Key Responsibilities
    • Generate, review, and distribute customer invoices accurately and on time.
    • Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
    • Process incoming payments, including checks, ACH transfers, wire transfers, and credit card payments.
    • Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment discrepancies.
    • Contact customers regarding overdue balances and assist with payment arrangements.
    • Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation.
    • Prepare and distribute monthly customer statements.
    • Collaborate with sales and other internal departments to resolve billing issues.
    • Apply customer payments to the correct accounts and invoices.
    • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
    • Generate reports related to collections, cash receipts, and outstanding balances.
    • Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
    • Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
    Required Qualifications
    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or accounting.
    • Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and accounting principles.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
    • Knowledge of collections best practices and credit management.
    At American State Equipment, we invest in our people and set them up to succeed, for today, tomorrow, and beyond.
    • Competitive wage.
    • Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision.
    • 401(k) with company match.
    • A supportive team and leadership that invests in your success.
    Apply Today!
    Join a company where your skills are valued, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported. Be part of a team that’s built to last.

     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMilwaukee, Wisconsin
    Websitehttps://www.amstate.com/careers/

    Skills

    • ASEunmatched
    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivable Processingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Business Administrationunmatched
    • Cash Flowunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Credit Cardsunmatched
    • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • External Auditunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Inside Salesunmatched
    • Internal Auditunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Track Customer Issuesunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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