Accounts Receivable Clerk - AMAT South

Job ID:  502826

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will accurately apply and post cash receipts to respective customer accounts.   This position will also be responsible for collection of customer accounts that are past due or have issues to be resolved. This position will promptly follow up and coordinate resolution on any deduction, short pay, disallowed discount, etc. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Accurately apply daily deposits to customer accounts and complete any lien waivers as needed.
• Run Accounts Receivable Reports and follow up with customers to collect on past due invoices and any other reconciliation issues for overpayment, short payment, tax, discounts, etc. and note the accounts with the results of such.
• Match cash received at the lock box to corresponding accounts receivable invoices in preparation of cash application on the accounts receivable subsystem.       
• Apply cash to accounts receivable accounts in the subsystem.  Apply/spread credit memos    to invoices/deductions on a customer’s account.
• Provide credit references on customers to other companies.  Obtain credit references on prospective customers who submit new credit applications.
• Provide credit references for customers to other companies.
• Obtain credit information and/or references on prospective customers who submit new credit applications.
• Assign customers to credit hold status and release from credit hold as needed.
• Identify and investigate any deduction or short pay by contacting the customer and working with Customer Service and/or the customer until the discrepancies are resolved.     
• Work closely with the Billing Department to help resolve invoice issues.
• Process NSF checks and work directly with Cross Check.
• Furnish W9 documentation to customers as needed.
• Follow-up with assigned customers on past due invoices, reconciliation issues, etc.
• Run end of the month aging reports, customer statements, finance charges and balance accounts receivable to the general ledger.                   
• Prepare various month end reports and journal entries and provide back up for the Accounts Receivable department.
• Release orders on credit hold as directed by management.
• Process credit card payments.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strong oral and written communications and problem solving skills.
• Must display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must have the ability to work without close supervision.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Be able to work overtime when required

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with management.
• Ability to operate office equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, ten key adding machine, printers, etc.
• Ability to analyze issues independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Knowledge and/or previous related experience in financial accounting environment preferred.
• Ability to perform under deadline pressure.
• Basic typing skills.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

Work Environment

• Standard office environment.
• Tempo is fast-paced with deadlines.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Come build your career with us! Apply today and find out how your skills and experience can translate to opportunities that advance your career. Please complete your online application and profile for consideration.

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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