Who We Are:
Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids.
Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work!
Purpose:
This position will perform a variety of accounts receivable and accounting support functions as follows: Accounts Receivable, credit support, collections and cash receipt applications; preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts; assisting with annual reporting, insurance, renewal efforts and special projects. Other Accounting and general support duties, as assigned.
Job Functions/Accountabilities:
- Maintain an orderly accounts receivable system, including, but not limited to:
- Handle daily Accounts Receivable invoices.
- Handle monthly, quarterly, and/or annual Intercompany Chargeback invoices.
- Prepare and post summary billings and commission and rebate disbursement requests.
- Process policy returns and credits.
- Post application of cash receipts.
- Obtain credit applications and references from potential customers and run credit reports.
- Review orders placed on credit hold (multiple times daily) to determine release based on such factors as credit history, payment history, management approval, etc.
- Place collections calls to customers on timely basis in professional and courteous manner.
- Review regularly the status of collections to ensure that Accounts Receivable are in reasonable sound condition.
- Check balances due from customers; communicate concerns to Manager if/when records indicate that customers may be exceeding safe credit limits.
- Check monthly balances of customers; when records indicate that customers may be exceeding safe limits, take appropriate steps to prevent past-due accounts, and consult with Assistant Corporate Controller, appropriate sales personnel, and customer service representatives on particularly complex collection situations requiring unusual actions.
- Assist with preparation of cash receipt forecast for use in cash flow forecast.
- Assist in the coordination of the annual credit insurance renewal application.
- Prepare and submit periodic operating reports to executive management, Corporate Controller, and sales personnel on the status of receivables. Provide customer service and develop relationships with internal/external customers.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly and/or annual Canadian GST/QST tax return filings.
- Actively participate in the Accounting Department annual 5S initiatives.
- Provide other Accounting and general support including, but not limited to, the following:
- Fulfill information requests as applicable for annual audits, quarterly reviews, tax assistance, etc.
- Backup for processing weekly expense reports and weekly payment run bank submission.
- Adhere to JSOX internal controls and procedures.
Qualifications:
Education and Certifications:
- High School Diploma required.
- Associate’s Degree in Accounting preferred.
Experience:
- 3+ years in Accounts Receivable required.
Special Qualifications:
- SAP experience preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong MS Office working knowledge and experience (Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Benefits:
Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program.
Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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