Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MediaNews Group is seeking a Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage credit, collections, billing, and cash receipts. This role is entrusted with the organization's most complex accounts and requires advanced technical knowledge and accounting expertise to oversee specialized portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Monitor A/R aging and customer accounts to minimize past due accounts
• Perform customer credit analysis as needed
• Initiate collection calls, emails, faxes and letters
• Work with Circulation and Advertising Managers on escalating collection actions
• Distribute A/R aging reports and discuss issues with Circulation and Advertising Managers
• Use and maintain A/R collections module in Circulation and Advertising System(s)
• Perform Customer revenue and A/R trend analysis
• Research, interpret, and resolve complicated account issues with minimal supervision
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Sales, Billing, Cash Applications, and GL, to ensure accurate billing and timely collections
• Take initiative to refine procedures, use tact and diplomacy in servicing the client and communicating with others and demonstrate ethical behavior

Skills

• A comprehensive understanding of program-specific invoicing, revenue recognition, and payment processes
• High accountability due to the financial complexity and business impact of these key accounts
• Accounting and analytical skills to reconcile complex transactions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve billing issues
• Strong sense of urgency combined with attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to create Excel spreadsheets using formulas as needed as well as 10 key proficiency
• Analytical skills, initiative, and attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills and team collaboration skills, along with strong customer service skills
• Advanced knowledge of multiple billing systems, platforms, and specialized advertising programs
• GED or high school diploma
• Associate's degree preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility)

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