Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UNFI is a North American grocery wholesaler with a Finance and Accounting team focused on maintaining the company’s financial health. The Accounts Receivable Representative I manages invoicing, payment processing, collections, account reconciliation, billing dispute resolution, and reporting to support cash flow and accurate customer records.
Responsibilities
- Invoicing & Billing: Generate and distribute accurate invoices and statements to customers in a timely manner
- Payment Processing: Record and reconcile incoming payments (checks, ACH, credit cards, wire transfers) and accurately apply them to the correct customer accounts
- Collections: Monitor accounts receivable aging reports, identify overdue accounts, and contact clients via email or phone to secure payment
- Dispute Resolution: Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or customer queries regarding their accounts
- Account Reconciliation: Maintain and update files, ledger accounts, and customer records
- Reporting: Assist in generating periodic reports for management on aging accounts and collection progress
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent on-the-job experience)
- 0-2 years of experience in accounting, billing, or general office administration
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and familiarity with accounting software
- Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities
- Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available
- This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager
- Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
- Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
- Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday
- Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties
- This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons
Benefits
- Competitive 401k
- Competitive PTO plan
- Remote
- Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment
- Mentorship program/developmental opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time
- Paid holidays and parental leave
- 401K Program
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance program
- Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements
Company Overview
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