Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk

The Grasshopper Company • Remote (KS, United States) • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk (Moundridge, KS)

A family-owned business with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience, The Grasshopper Company has specialized in manufacturing True Zero-Turn riding rotary mowers since 1969. No parent corporation or outside investors make the decisions at Grasshopper.

As a recognized leader in the manufacturing of turf and grounds maintenance equipment, The Grasshopper Company is always looking for talented, dedicated, and hard-working people to join our team. Grasshopper offers a wide range of competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. The Grasshopper Company/Moridge Manufacturing, Inc. abides by applicable non-discrimination laws and will not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, Vietnam era veteran status, or disability.

We offer stable employment utilizing state of the art equipment and clean work facilities. Unless otherwise noted, on-the-job training is provided.

Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk
Full time position in the Accounts Receivable department.

Essential Functions:

Handle phone calls and emails from customers and salesmen regarding statements, invoices, and past due notices.
Assist in educating customers on available programs and discounts.
Listen to customers' stories, determine if debt can be collected, and make recommendations to management on repayment terms.
Contact customers regarding overdue accounts, determine reasons for non-payment, and attempt to collect.
Maintain accurate, professional notes within the existing Company collection notes.
Handle routine clerical duties.
Learn and operate electronic filing system.
Make effective and professional collection calls.

Desired Skills & Experience:

Must have the ability to communicate well with others.
Must be self-motivated.
Must be able to work alone AND with others.
Must have good phone communication skills and ability to learn multi-phone system.
Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week, if needed.
Must be able to work with multiple departments.
Must be a high detail-oriented person with good organization skills.
Must have an understanding of general accounting procedures.
Must have basic math skills.

Extensive Benefit Package Including: