Accounts Receivable Specialist at Life-Assist Inc. in rancho cordova, California

Job Description:

Operating since 1977, Life-Assist, Inc. is one of the nation's largest distributors of emergency medical supplies and equipment for the First Responder, Paramedic, EMT and EMS Provider. We show up every day, so we can “Help heroes save lives”. Every decision we make and every action we take ensures that first responders can do their jobs as easily and effectively as possible. We count on them to count on us!

We are seeking a highly motivated Accounts Receivable Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a teamwork environment. Add in a good amount of enthusiasm, positivity, and flexibility, and that describes a candidate we would like to meet.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist compiles, records, verifies, maintains data, and inputs payments to the Accounts Receivable records. The Specialist is responsible for issuing credit memos to customers for returned goods or to correct errors. Responsible for supporting various accounting department duties.

Who You Are

• Ability to work with sensitive and/or confidential information
• Exceptional communication skills in person, on the phone and in written correspondence
• Team player and willingness to learn; great attitude with motivation and drive; work with limited supervision
• Ability to use a computer, printers, scanners, copiers, multi-use telephone, fax machine, envelope stuffer and postage meter
• Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner 

Education, Certification and Experience:

• Associates degree; Bachelor’s degree desirable
• 4+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with QuickBooks a plus 

What You Will Do 

• Process daily deposit to bank and inputs data in QuickBooks
• Research payment shortages, over payments, returns, refunds, freight charges, cost of lost or damaged goods, and various discrepancies
• Receive and process ACH request forms
• Monitor both the accounting and accounts receivable email box to provide prompt processing and response
• Answer customer inquiries and follow up
• Monitor pre-paid accounts, follow up with Customer Care
• Issue invoices for the Marketing Department, follow up to collect payments, and maintain the records
• Perform the end of day processing for reports to the sales reps and customers
• Process returned goods and generate the credit memos to customers
• Resolve inventory discrepancies between LAC and Warehouse Management System
• Upload and verify Avalara Sales Tax Exemption Certificates
• Reconcile cash register at the end of month
• Provide backup and support with accounting department responsibilities as needed
• Receive and process customer’s credit applications 

If this position sounds like a good fit and you are interested in working for a company where employees love coming to work and helping heroes save lives every day, please submit your resume, and provide your answer to the following question:   

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Life-Assist, Inc. provides a competitive salary, and a full benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement plan participation.

It is the policy of Life-Assist, Inc. that we will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. EEO M/F/Vet/Disability