Account Receivable Specialist - Corporate

Job Details

Level: ExperiencedJob Location: Corporate Headquarters - Alanta, GA 30318Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors Degree

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary concepts from scratch. This standard was upheld through the expansion into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services by providing elevated concessions and premium offerings to collegiate stadiums, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, & more.

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join the Accounting Team. The ideal candidate is detail orientated, a self-starter, and eager to expand their knowledge of the AR processes and procedures.  A high degree of integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Weekly

• Deposit checks received to the bank
• Record payments received to the correct customer account in the catering system
• Post payments received to the GL System (Sage Intacct)

Monthly

• Ensure all events are closed in the system to prevent further changes for month end close
• Reconcile payments posted in catering system to bank and GL system (Sage Intacct)
• Prepare AR roll forward from prior month balance to current month balance and ensure total agrees to the General Ledger.
• Identify events paid in full that are eligible for sales commissions
• Calculate monthly venue commissions
• Provide monthly AR aging reports for management review

As Needed

• Assist in streamlining the accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement
• Handle customer questions about bills or payments
• Complete customer forms so they can remit payments
• Follow up on past due payments with sales managers and clients
• Assist with special projects as necessary

Performs other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or related field and/or 2+ years of equivalent experience. 
• Previous AR experience
• Experience with Caterease, Reserve or Sage Intacct preferred
• Proficiency in Excel required
• Office out of West Midtown location

SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:

• Detail Oriented
• Self-starter

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. 
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards.  Use equipment and materials properly.  Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.  Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.  Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to ac