Accounting Assistant II
Welbilt

Mount Pleasant, Michigan

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Why Welbilt? That's easy... we're not your typical manufacturing company. We're building the industry's most incredible foodservice equipment; we're thinking outside the box to work smarter, not harder through Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; and we're bringing innovation to life each and every day with the industry's most talented workforce. Check out our opening at Welbilt's Delfield facility today!

We are Welbilt! We are pioneers and innovators. Our industry knowledge and insights stretch back nearly a century, from the original founding of the Hirsch brothers' Welbilt Stove Company in 1929. We design, manufacture and supply best-in-class food and beverage equipment for the global foodservice market. We attract talent and build careers. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team.

The Accounting Assistant position is primarily responsible for processing accounts receivable, collections and adjustments, performing cash application, and executing the invoicing process. With this, the Accounting Assistant is dedicated to escalating and resolving issues or inquiries that may arise within Accounts Receivable.

Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for carrying out tasks after a customer's order has been fulfilled. The Accounting Assistant processes accounts receivable by preparing AR reports, applying remittance information, receiving and depositing customer payments, and completing this process by posting all pertinent AR activity to the general ledger. This role requires that you process collections, adjustments, and deductions as well as flag non-compliant accounts. This position requires a strong understanding of accounts receivable policies and procedures in order to properly identify delinquent accounts. Accounting Assistants are responsible for the transactional nature of the invoicing process which entails generating invoices, transmitting billing data to customers, and posting receivable entries. Most activities and tasks are reviewed and approved by an AR Manager. Assistants perform day to day credit activities, month-end close activities, and apply practical knowledge of the function typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. It is expected that Assistants positively influence and answer the questions of others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and best practices.

Major Accountability:

  • Process accounts receivable and post activity to the general ledger.
  • Generate accounts receivable reports and invoices.
  • Process collections, adjustments, and deductions.
  • Apply cash remittances.
  • Transmit the billing data to customers.
  • Escalate business questions to Senior Analysts and Managers.
  • Understand the accounts receivable function, key policies, and standard operating procedures.
  • Build effective relationships with internal parties to develop solutions and resolve issues collectively.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
  • Process accounts receivable by applying cash remittances and receiving/depositing customer payments.
  • Generate invoices and translate billing invoices to customers.
  • Resolve billing inquiries and answer customer questions.
  • Process collections and discuss account resolution with internal parties and correspond/negotiate with delinquent account owners.
  • Prepare AR reports and generate other AR outputs.
  • Post AR activity to the general ledger and post receivable entries.
  • Perform month-end tasks and review Credit/AR with Manager.
  • Process adjustments and deductions as well as related entries.

  • Specialized Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
    • Relevant software applications.
    • Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
    • Customer service.
    • Basic verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast paced and multi-task environment.
    • Must be well organized and able to function within tight deadlines.


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