Cash Application Analyst

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Cash Application Analyst in Jacksonville, FL. Function and Scope:

• Monitor and maintain the accounts receivable and cash application functions, including receiving and the application of customer payments, banking documentation, and interfacing receipts from other software
• Ensure cash receipts and other accounts receivable transactions are accurately applied to customer accounts and processed according to support documentation within set accounting and accounts receivable deadlines
• Maintain accurate records of all bank reports, payment activities and other related accounts receivable transaction activities
• Serve as key contact between internal production teams and external customers ensuring prompt resolution of cash application discrepancies, disputes, and unreconciled items
• Perform account reconciliations to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Provide training and oversight for the Accounts Receivable Offshore team
• Produce and analyze month-end accounts receivable reports
• Support an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Provide timely advice to internal customers (Senior Accountant(s), CSRs, Credit Team, etc.) related to the accounts receivable functions and cash application functions
• Highlight opportunities and support continuous improvement to ensure results at the highest efficiency levels, in the most cost-conscious manner, and in support of company initiatives
• Assist in the annual financial statement audit by pulling and compiling requested support along with providing explanations to the internal and external audit teams
• Assist with company and department projects and additional duties as assigned
• Associate degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting, or equivalent years of work experience. Bachelor's degree a plus
• 5+ years of general accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP
• Intermediate Excel & Word working knowledge
• Understanding of US GAAP accounting
• Basic general ledger skills are required
• Strong attention to detail is required, open to change management, organization, and time management
• Strong analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to use numerous accounting systems
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision