We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 

Our East Syracuse, NY laboratory is looking for a Coordinator, Accounts Receivable to join their Accounting team!  Responsible for daily accounting activities for the SGS US Industrial Hygiene business, with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable.

Job Functions

• Manage daily Accounts Receivable activities, to meet area objectives as well as ensure timely and accurate processing of above. 
• Train and develop accounting assistants. Includes onboarding
  new hires and monitoring work for accuracy. 
• Monitor processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency within the Accounts Receivable department, and ensure SOPs are updated accordingly. 
• Ensure that Quality Objectives for Accounts Receivable are monitored and reported timely. Provide guidance to improve processes, to meet objectives and suggest changes to objectives when appropriate,
  to ensure relevancy.
•  Oversee Accounts Receivable duties, including, but not limited to: 
  • Manage incoming Accounts Receivable emails
  • Process customer billings. 
  • Process manual invoice requests & customer refunds. 
  • Process new customer credit applications and account setups. 
  • Process customer payments & assist corporate with unapplied payments. 
  • Answer customer queries and concerns. 
  • Assist in Accounts Payable, as needed, including ordering, receiving, paying bills, reconciling p-cards, and
    vendor setups. 
  • Assist in Collections, as needed, to minimize outstanding receivables and DSO (Days Sales Outstanding). 
  • Ensure quality and confidentiality of client and company information and take an active role in updating
    Quality System, especially regarding best accounting practices. 
  • Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required

Coursework in accounting Required

• 1-2 years of relevant experience Required
•  Must be proficient in MS Office and database software Required
• Bachelor's degree Preferred
• Excellent communications skills Required
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment Preferred
• Strong administrative, analytical and problem-solving skills needed Preferred
• Ability to handle a variety of projects effectively, efficiently and with confidentiality Preferred

The hourly pay range for this position is $20/hour - $24/hour (dependent on experience).  This is an overtime eligible position.

In addition, your compensation package includes the following benefits:

• Participation in the Company’s benefit programs coincident or following the first of the month in which you are hired.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the Company’s 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation 
  • Four (4) floating holidays annually
  • Seven (7) company observed holidays paid
  • Sick time accrual

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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