Accounting Specialist

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Specialist, in Los Alamitos, CA. Job ID#207496Job Description:Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounting Specialist will be responsible for establishing payment terms and collecting payment against those terms according to established standards. He/She will follow the collection procedures established by the organization and will assist with billing and payables as needed.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Collection calls and/or correspondence to solicit payment on overdue accounts and take all necessary actions to collect.Provide customer service with updates regarding collection issues, process account adjustments, and resolve account discrepancies.Process customer credit applications to determine credit worthiness.Responsible for monitoring and maintaining all customer accounts, including customer calls, account adjustments, and small balance write-off.Customer reconciliation and processing credit customers in a timely manner.Accountable for reducing delinquency for assigned accounts.Maintain records of all delinquent accounts, bankruptcies, and credit risks.Prepare and file collections paperwork on approved accounts.Enlist the efforts of sales, program management, and senior management when necessary to accelerate the collection process.Communicate and follow up effectively with sales and customer service departments regarding customer accounts on a timely basis.Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and customers.Perform other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support the Accounting Department, including training as an Accounts Payable back-up.Manage customers on the On Hold, COD, and Cash Advance List.Reconcile customer disputes as they pertain to payment of outstanding balances that are due.Education and Experience:A high school diploma or associate degree in accounting or related field is preferred. 3-5 years of accounting experience, with emphasis on AR/Collection and payables.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:Knowledge of Billing and Collections procedures.Accounts Receivable/Collections knowledge and experience is a must.Strong attention to detail, goal-oriented.Commitment to excellent customer service.Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.Job RequirementsMinimum Security Clearance: No Clearance.

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