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Generac Power Systems Accounts Receivable Specialist II in Waukesha, Wisconsin
We are Energy Systems, the leader in industrial power solution sales, service, and rentals.
With an ongoing tradition of providing excellent products and outstanding service for our customers, Energy Systems is one of the longest existing Generac Industrial Distributors in the United States. We are a full-service distributor of Generac equipment and solutions providing sales, service and rentals.
Job Summary:
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s receivables, including cash collections, customer file setup/maintenance, and posting payments to the accounting system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Communicate with customers regarding outstanding invoices to facilitate payment.
Deposit payments received from customers, post them to customer accounts in the accounting system.
Set up new customers in the accounting system and maintain customer records as needed.
Review credit applications from new customers and set credit limits.
Work with customers to set up payment plans as needed.
Prepare lien waivers for customers.
Other Duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- 2+ years’ experience handling collections/accounts receivable in a professional environment.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail
Comfortable in near-paperless environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Education :
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience :
- 5+ years’ experience handling collections/accounts receivable in a professional environment.
Level of Independence: This position acts under the subsidiary controller.
Compensation : Energy Systems is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short term and long-term incentives.
Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.
Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.