Accounts Receivable Specialist

Buchanan Group Inc.

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Indianapolis, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    **** Seeking a confident and detail-driven Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage invoicing, payments, ACH/credit card processing, collections, and customer account support with accuracy, professionalism, and strong communication skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.**

    Summary:

    The Accounts Receivable Administrator supports all entities by managing customer billing, monthly statements, cash receipt processing, credit card/ACH transactions, and dispute resolution. This role requires a confident, professional, and assertive communicator who can handle collections activities effectively while maintaining positive customer relationships and ensuring accurate, timely administration of all accounts.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Process daily invoicing for all product division transactions, including returns and refunds.
    • Receive and apply customer payments in the Plotbox and SAGE systems.
    • Monitor pre-pay customer orders and initiate credit card or ACH payment requests.
    • Process monthly automatic ACH and credit card charges for approved accounts.
    • Complete daily lockbox imports and update customer accounts.
    • Issue, validate, and distribute monthly AR statements.
    • Conduct collection follow-ups with customers, maintaining a firm, professional approach.
    • Send communications to customers upon reaching “paid in full” status.
    • Assist clients, field staff, and internal departments with AR-related inquiries.
    • Support routine transaction processing for cash receipts, including ACH and credit card procedures.
    • Participate in resolving account discrepancies and customer disputes with confidence and accuracy.

    Required Skills and Abilities:

    • Strong, assertive communication skills and confidence in handling collection calls professionally.
    • High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
    • Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn new systems quickly.
    • Effective written and verbal communication with clients and staff.
    • Persistent and tactful problem-solving skills; ability to navigate difficult conversations.
    • Ability to manage change positively and maintain professionalism under pressure.
    • Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across departments.
    • Motivation toward continuous improvement and personal development.
    • Willingness to work extended hours as needed.

    Education and Experience:

    • High school diploma required; at least two years college coursework preferred.
    • Minimum two years of accounts receivable or consumer billing experience, including collections.
    • Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and accounting systems.
    • Ability to perform duties accurately, efficiently, and within deadlines.
    • Comfort handling confidential customer and financial information.

    Work Environment:

    • Regular interaction with accounting staff, Private Label and Fewell Monument customers, and warehouse personnel.
    • Requires frequent communication with customers regarding balances owed, payment status, and collection matters.
    • Must handle confidential data and financial transactions responsibly.
    • Occasional extended hours depending on workflow, cycle deadlines, or collection demands.
    • Involves following written, oral, and diagram-based instructions and resolving routine problems using established procedures.

    Benefits:

    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance
    • Bonuses based on group performance