Accounts Receivable Specialist
full-time•Richmond
About this role
Overview:
Empower Brands is looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team! As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will be responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services and ensuring accuracy and efficiency of operations. You will process and monitor incoming payments and secure revenue by verifying and posting receipts.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer/franchisee payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
- Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers/franchisees.
- Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
- Reconciles bank account activity for accurate application of customer payments.
- Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
- Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
- Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Accounting team and other staff.
- Reconcile accounts receivable ledger on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
- Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
- Assists Accounting team in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
- Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
- Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
- Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
- At least two years of account receivables experience required.
WHO WE ARE:
Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Franchising and Outdoor Living Brands. Empower encompasses ten industry-leading brands across commercial and residential services: JAN-PRO, FRSTeam, Archadeck Outdoor Living, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), Conserva Irrigation, Koala Insulation, Wallaby Windows, Superior Fence and Rail, Bumble Roofing and Canopy Lawn Care. Empower is dedicated to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services in the commercial and home services industry while simultaneously delivering its franchise owners committed personal support, tools and empowerment to pursue their own success. Empower Brands is a portfolio company of MidOcean Partners, a leading private equity firm with an excellent track record investing in successful, growth-focused franchise businesses. For more about Empower Brands, visit the company’s new website at EmpowerFranchising.com.
Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Franchising and Outdoor Living Brands. Empower encompasses ten industry-leading brands across commercial and residential services: JAN-PRO, FRSTeam, Archadeck Outdoor Living, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), Conserva Irrigation, Koala Insulation, Wallaby Windows, Superior Fence and Rail, Bumble Roofing and Canopy Lawn Care. Empower is dedicated to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services in the commercial and home services industry while simultaneously delivering its franchise owners committed personal support, tools and empowerment to pursue their own success. Empower Brands is a portfolio company of MidOcean Partners, a leading private equity firm with an excellent track record investing in successful, growth-focused franchise businesses. For more about Empower Brands, visit the company’s new website at EmpowerFranchising.com.
Note:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Empower Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Empower Brands makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Other facts
Tech stack
Accounts Receivable,Communication Skills,Microsoft Office Suite,Accounting Software,Organizational Skills,Attention to Detail,Customer Service,Problem Solving
About Empower Brands
Empower Brands is a leading franchise platform encompassing ten world-class franchise brands, including:
- Archadeck Outdoor Living
- Bumble Roofing
- Canopy Lawn Care
- Conserva Irrigation
- FRSTeam
- JANPro
- Koala Insulation
- Outdoor Lighting Perspectives
- Superior Fence and Rail
- Wallaby Windows
Our mission at Empower Brands is to grow world-class brands by unleashing unwavering determination, devotion, and achievement.
Team size: 201-500 employees
Website: https://empowerfranchising.com/
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Consumer Services
What you'll do
- The Accounts Receivable Specialist will prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions. They will also maintain customer files, draft correspondence for past-due accounts, and assist in generating monthly billing statements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Accounts Receivable Specialist do at Empower Brands?
As a Accounts Receivable Specialist at Empower Brands, you will: the Accounts Receivable Specialist will prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions. They will also maintain customer files, draft correspondence for past-due accounts, and assist in generating monthly billing statements..
Why join Empower Brands as a Accounts Receivable Specialist?
Empower Brands is a leading Consumer Services company.
Is the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Empower Brands remote?
The Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Empower Brands is based in Richmond, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Empower Brands?
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