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Bank Reconciliation and Cash Application Specialist

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Key Responsibilities

Cash Application:

  • Perform cash management activities, process and apply daily cash receipts (ACH, wire transfers, checks) to customer accounts in the accounting system.
  • Reconcile payments received with outstanding invoices.
  • Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, or overpayments.
  • Work with internal teams to ensure accurate recording of transactions.
  • Accurately and timely perform daily cash application activities in SAP.
  • Support for Intercompany and Netting payment activities.
  • Communicate with internal and external customer’s in an effective and efficient manner.

Bank Reconciliation

  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliation of bank accounts.
  • Identify, research, and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and internal financial records.
  • Ensure all transactions are properly recorded and that accounts are balanced.
  • Perform account balances prior month end book closing.

Accounts Reconciliation

  • Reconcile accounts receivable ledgers, ensuring that all payments are properly accounted for and posted.
  • Prepare monthly reports summarizing cash activities and balances.

Reporting

  • Provide timely and accurate reports on cash application, bank reconciliations, and outstanding balances.
  • Support the month-end close process by providing necessary reconciliations and documentation.
  • Perform any reporting task whenever required.

Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve cash application and reconciliation processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with other departments to automate processes where possible.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 1 year of experience in Credit & Collections.
  • 2+ years of experience in cash application, bank reconciliation, or similar accounting roles.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, cash management, and reconciliation processes.
  • Proficiency with accounting software, SAP an added advantage. (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working with ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of accounts receivable, general ledger systems, and financial reporting.
  • Ability to manage large volumes of transactions with high accuracy, especially during peak periods, month/quarter END.

Key Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and confidentiality.