Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDBs efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.
POSITION: ACCOUNTING CLERK II - Accounts Receivable
Finance & Accounting
Talladega, Alabama <br
REPORTS TO: Accounts Receivable Manager
ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.
Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
Minimum of three years of recent work experience in accounting or related field or zero to two years' experience with twelve hours of accounting-related college courses.
Minimum of two years working with enterprise-level accounting software.
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience with invoicing and collections.
Experience handling aging reports and resolving outstanding payments.
Ability to process invoices, payments, and accounts receivable.
Understanding of cash applications, credit memos, and the collection process.
Must be able to think analytically, have an attention to detail, and adapt well to change.
Must have experience creating spreadsheets and managing large amounts of data.
Must be highly self-motivated.
Must be proficient with computers and Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Strong computer skills in a multi-user Windows-based environment.
Team player attitude and willingness to help where needed.
Ability to handle sensitive or restricted information in a professional and confidential manner
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing with sensory and non-sensory impaired individuals, co-workers, customers, vendors, staff, managers, school officials, and executives.
A sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL according to the AIDB evaluation system must
be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to the following:
Generate and send customer invoices.
Apply payment to customer accounts.
Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on past due accounts.
Communicate with customers regarding payments and disputes.
Assist with month-end closing task.
Enter (post)-financial transactions into the appropriate computer software.
Examine documents for completeness, accuracy, or conformance to standards.
Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts.
Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.
Code documents according to company procedures.
Compare computer printouts to manually maintained journals to determine if they match.
Operate 10-key calculators, computers, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.
Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
Perform general office duties such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.
Reconcile and detect discrepancies found in records or reports.
Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and files.
