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Cotton Holdings Accounts Receivable Specialist in Houston, Texas
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Department: Accounting/Finance
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Houston, TX
Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 / year
Description
Cotton Holdings, Inc., is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries that provide property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, logistical support, temporary workforce housing, and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. Cotton combines this diverse suite of services with top talent, innovative technology, and a large inventory of company-owned assets, to offer clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and large development projects, including complex work environments.
Summary
The Accounts Receivables Specialist will be responsible for the timely collection of a large portfolio of customer accounts. Must be detail oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must use sound judgement to determine course of action needed when collection issues arise, to resolve outstanding items, collect balances and close out projects. The Accounts Receivables Specialist will also assist with the completion of various tasks as determined by the needs of the department during the normal course of business.
Key Responsibilities
Assimilate documents from multiple sources to submit to client in a professional and organized manner
Verify all balances submitted to client match internal balances
Ensure invoices are submitted in accordance with client requirements
Evaluate collection activity to identify issues and stalled communication
Resolve outstanding issues, employing sound judgment to determine corrective actions needed
Collaborate with project personnel and cross-functional departments as needed to resolve issues
Track collection activities in ERP system
Maintain organization with a high volume of invoices and email correspondence
Generate aging reports for project personnel
Generate custom reports tailored to meet customer requisites
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
Complete lien releases, obtain signatures, scan to client
Upload invoices to customer portals
Run customer credit card charges
Complete new vendor forms
Assemble data for both internal and external auditors, as necessary
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education / Experience:
4+ years of experience in collections/AR or a closely related field
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent preferred, or in lieu of a degree, relative
accounting experience will suffice
Project and/or construction experience is a plus
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong technology skills, particularly Microsoft Excel (intermediate and above), Outlook, Word,
Adobe Acrobat Pro and ERP systems
Knowledge/comprehension of contracts, MSA’s, T’s & C’s, purchase orders
Organization, time management and prioritization abilities
Self-motivated, with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills toward effective collaboration with team
members and clients
Disclaimer:
This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.
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