Accounts Receivable Specialist

About the Company

Spring Foods is a growing food manufacturing company with baked goods under two brands: The Sola Company, a low-carb, high-protein bread and bagel business, and The Essential Baking Company, a premium artisan bread bakery based in Seattle, WA. With a strong regional presence and expanding national distribution, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, innovative baked goods, while maintaining a collaborative and fast-paced work environment committed to operational excellence.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Receivable Associate to join our accounting team at our south Seattle bakery.

Position Summary

Provide financial, administrative and clerical services which include ensuring accuracy and efficiency of operations, processing and monitoring incoming payments, and securing revenue by verifying and posting receipts. This is a great entry level opportunity for a career-minded candidate to join our team.

You will support our Accounts Receivable Manager and interact with our direct store delivery drivers as well as our customer service team routinely, while demonstrating your persistent nature as light collection calls are a part of the job.

You will join an accounting team of 5 at our South Seattle area facility, reporting to the Accounts Receivable Manager.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures with great attention to detail and accuracy
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables data
• Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Review A/R aging reports to monitor delinquent accounts and collect outstanding balances
• Maintain a log of all collection communications so that a history is maintained for all accounts regarding collection efforts.
• Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status
• Support in various Month-End procedures and account reconciliations
• Act as back-up for our Accounts Payable team
• Perform other associated administrative tasks as required

Skills

• Applicable college degree, work towards one or three years of proven experience in accounts receivable
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
• Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office, especially Excel
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Range: $24.00 – $33.00 per hour
• New hires typically start at the mid-to low end of the range. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (accrued based on hours worked, typically 9 days year one, 13 years 2-5 and 18 after 5 years of service)
• Nine paid holidays, plus two floating holidays
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• FSA, HSA and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay: $24.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person