Accounts Receivable Specialist - Portage, IN

SMS Mill Services, LLC is a leader in the steel mill services industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/worker' safety and handling all operations with integrity. SMS Corporate is seeking a highly skilled, results-driven and dependable Accounts Receivable Specialist. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely application of customer payments, maintaining receivable records, and supporting overall financial integrity.SMS provides a comprehensive range of services for steel mill customers. We partner with our customers to design custom, cost-effective solutions, which focus on adding value and achieving goals for the operation and the environment. Our range of services includes, but is not limited scrap yard management, finished or semi-finished product services, melt shop services, logistics/transportation support, and slag processing.This role will support the Controller in full cycle accounts receivable, billings, collections, and other ad hoc receivable related matters.Key Accountabilities:Generate invoices and statements for customers on a monthly basisDaily customer payment application and timely investigation of all payment discrepanciesCommunicate directly with customers and site administration to resolve invoicing discrepancies and resolving customer disputesPerform credit checks on new customers and set credit limitsMaintain accurate and up-to-date customer master filesMonitor all account credit limits, holds and aging of receivables and communicate to the necessary parties when an account is over its limitPerform collection procedures on all past due invoices, identify delinquent and slow paying accounts making prompt decisions for collectionCreate, analyze and present customer account status to management on a monthly basisAct as liaison with third party collections companyAssist with month-end and year-end close processes related to accounts receivableAssist in year-end financial audit, bank examination and external appraisals as neededPrepare ad hoc reports as requestedOther accounts receivable tasks as neededSkills:Strong working knowledge of credit principles and related best practicesStrong problem-solving skills with good organizational, time management and prioritizing skillsProven ability to work under pressure of deadlinesExcellent understanding of clerical and administrative procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsExcellent attention to detailMid-level Excel skills requiredExperience:Minimum of five years of experience in customer invoicing and collectionsBachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting or Finance (or the equivalent in work experience)JDE, Oracle or SAP experience would be an assetWhat we can Offer:A comprehensive compensation package to commensurate with experience including bonusesBenefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, company-paid life insurance, etc. offered on day 1!401(k) with 4% matching, 100% vested as of first contributionPaid holidays, 4 weeks paid vacationWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamOpportunities to grow and learn with the industrySMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.