Accounts Receivable Coordinator at Applied Systems in Chicago, IL

Summary: Applied Systems is a worldwide leader in insurance technology, seeking an Accounts Receivable Coordinator to join their accounting team. The role involves processing accounts receivable activities, reconciling payments, and collaborating with the accounts receivable team, primarily in a remote setting with occasional in-office requirements. Responsibilities: - Applying customer payments to appropriate trade receivables in accounting system - Reconciling customer payment activity to bank deposits - Communicating and following up with customers - Collaborating and working with the accounts receivable team including the team manager - Reviewing accounts receivable aging - Assist in special projects as needed - This is a remote role but only local to the Chicago market Required Qualifications: - Minimum 1-3 years of practical accounting/bookkeeping experience - Working knowledge of MS Excel and other Microsoft products - Understanding of core concepts related to collections including accounts receivable, cash application, customer communication, and management - Working knowledge of basic accounting terminology and procedures Preferred Qualifications: - An associate or bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred; however, we highly value equivalent professional experience and encourage candidates with a strong accounting background to apply - Oracle NetSuite Experience - Familiarity with accounting for foreign currencies such as the Canadian Dollar - Self-Motivated, Eagerness to Learn - Excellent Communication Skills and Organized - Trustworthy, Dependable, & Reliable Required Skills: Accounts Receivable, Cash Application, Customer Communication, Accounting Terminology, Accounting Procedures, Microsoft Excel, Oracle NetSuite, Foreign Currency Accounting Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, Holiday and Vacation Time, Health and Wellness Days, A Bonus Day for Your Birthday