At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:   

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.   Develop lasting relationships with great people.   Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Accounts Receivable Lead

The Accounts Receivable Lead is responsible for leading the Accounts Receivable team by offering knowledge and support to the team in the reconciliation of customer accounts, and business to business collections, as well as Order Management and Cash Applications. This position collects on receivable balances, and reconciles the larger and more complex customer accounts.

Essential Functions

Perform business to business collections by collecting on receivable balances per payment termsDevelop and manage close professional relationships with customers’ Accounts Payable department including responding to emails and phone calls for current statement, invoices or POD requestsReview accounts receivable aging and reconcile accounts including the large, complex accountsReview weekly reports and address any issues as neededTraining and development of AR team membersSupport the AR team in their daily workAssist the AR team in approval of fines and fees, and disputesWork closely with Sales team to resolve customer disputesAssigned tasks and projects from AR SupervisorIdentify customer deductions and short payments, and process or dispute as neededIdentify on account payments and overpayments, and apply to correct  transactionsSupport of Orders Management and Cash Applications teamsPlease note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:6 Years  – Experience in Field6 Years  – Experience in Position4 Years  – Experience managing people/projects

                *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Preferred Qualifications:6 Years– Experience in Field6 Years – Experience working in Position               6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.Ability to solve mathematical problemsIntermediate to advanced knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel, and OutlookKnowledge of Oracle ApplicationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to multi-task and well organizedAbility to lead a team

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

Minimum Required: High School DiplomaPreferred: Associate's Degree in Accounting or Finance or other related field

Certification/License:

Required:            N/APreferred:           N/A

Foreign Language

Required:            None RequiredPreferred:           None Required

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

$27.41 - $36.31 / Hourly

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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