Accounts Receivable Specialist

<strong>Accounts Receivable Specialist <br><br></strong>IMCD US is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage the full accounts receivable cycle while partnering with internal teams to support customers and minimize credit risk. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values strong customer service and process improvement.<br><br><strong>Company Background <br><br></strong>IMCD US is a leading global distribution partner and formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients. An entrepreneurial group founded IMCD in 1995 in the Netherlands. Our vision to transform the distribution industry by continuously adding value to the supply chain through expertise and innovation, is what still drives us today.<br><br>Today, we have operations in over 50 countries, where we successfully combine local knowledge with global expertise to obtain sustainable results. IMCD is a strong, innovative business partner and accelerator of solutions for suppliers and producers of consumer, industrial and durable goods in diverse business sectors. Our commercial excellence and solid operations structure facilitate healthy growth.<br><br>The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing credit risk for the company and will work as a team with other credit specialists to manage the full cycle of accounts receivable. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will work in conjunction with sales, customer service, supply chain, and the accounting department to effectively and efficiently meet our customers’ and principals’ expectations while keeping our credit risk low and partner with other team members to explore opportunities for process improvements while instilling company core values into the day-to-day operations of the department.<br><br><strong>Successful Candidates Will Be Responsible To<br><br></strong>Performs full cycle accounts receivable<br><br>Daily collection calls<br><br>Credit releases<br><br>Account research and analysis<br><br>Setting credit limits<br><br>Maintaining an accurate ageing<br><br>Credit application review<br><br>Provides reports and metrics on receivables<br><br>Works on projects as assigned<br><br><strong>Skills<br><br></strong>Possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact with customers and team-members in a professional manner<br><br>Ability to develop and maintain relationships internally and externally<br><br>Ability to multitask and switch focus quickly<br><br>Ability to think independently<br><br>Deadline-driven, detailed oriented, and conscientious<br><br>Strong organizational skills<br><br>Must possess the ability to think strategically<br><br>Proficiency in common computer programs, including Microsoft Office; Proficiency in Excel a must<br><br>Excellent written and verbal communication skills<br><br><strong>Required Qualifications<br><br></strong>High School Diploma<br><br><strong>Desired Qualifications<br><br></strong>Associate degree in accounting<br><br>CBA and/or CBF<br><br>Experience in a fast-paced environment<br><br><strong> Competencies<br><br></strong>Business Acumen.<br><br>Problem Solving/Analysis.<br><br>Customer/Client Focus.<br><br>Communication Proficiency.<br><br><strong>Supervisory Responsibility<br><br></strong>This position has no supervisory responsibility.<br><br><strong>Work Environment<br><br></strong>This job currently operates on a hybrid schedule rotating between in-office and remote work environments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.<br><br><strong> Position Type/Expected Hours of Work<br><br></strong>This is a full-time position, and the hours of work and days are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., unless otherwise directed. Additional hours may be required as needed.<br><br><strong> Travel<br><br></strong>No travel is expected for this position.<br><br><strong>Other Duties<br><br></strong>Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.<br><br><strong>IMCD Offers <br><br></strong>If you want to make a real difference and work for a growing and expertise-driven company, then we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people who are experts in their field, be it technical, commercial, or managerial. By joining IMCD, you’ll be part of an entrepreneurial, fast-growing group of ambitious and like-minded professionals, where you’ll have the freedom to make your own mark. We are committed to delivering value and acting responsibly. As we grow, we keep our founders’ entrepreneurial spirit intact, creating a world of opportunity. As a truly international company, we have a presence in cities including Singapore, Melbourne, Milan, Cologne, Paris, Zurich, Los Angeles, São Paulo and Toronto. Our Group Office is in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and our shares are traded on the Amsterdam Euronext market, where we are part of the large cap AEX index.

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