Accounts Receivable Specialist

Summary

MediaNews Group is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage credit, collections, billing, and cash receipts. In addition to handling standard specialist duties, this role is entrusted with the organization's most complex and specialized accounts, specifically serving as the subject matter expert for Adtaxi as well as other "problem" or "special handling" accounts. The ideal candidate leverages advanced technical knowledge, accounting expertise, and elevated problem-solving skills to successfully oversee these specialized, high-complexity portfolios.

Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in Colorado or Ohio.

What you will do

• Monitor A/R aging and customer accounts to minimize past due accounts
• Perform customer credit analysis as needed
• Initiate collection calls, emails, faxes and letters
• Work with Advertising Managers on escalating collection actions
• Distribute A/R aging reports and discuss issues with Advertising Managers
• Use and maintain A/R collections module in Advertising System(s)
• Perform Customer revenue and A/R trend analysis
• Research, interpret, and resolve complicated account issues with minimal supervision
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Sales, Billing, Cash Applications, and GL, to ensure accurate billing and timely collections
• Take initiative to refine procedures, use tact and diplomacy in servicing the client and communicating with others and demonstrate ethical behavior

What you will bring

• A comprehensive understanding of program-specific invoicing, revenue recognition, and payment processes
• High accountability due to the financial complexity and business impact of these key accounts
• Accounting and analytical skills to reconcile complex transactions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve billing issues
• Strong sense of urgency combined with attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to create Excel spreadsheets using formulas as needed as well as 10 key proficiency
• Analytical skills, initiative, and attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills and team collaboration skills, along with strong customer service skills
• Advanced knowledge of multiple billing systems, platforms, and specialized advertising programs
• GED or high school diploma; Associate's degree preferred

Benefits and Compensation

The hourly range is $19.50 - $20.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility).