Accounting Associate (Accounts Receivable, Credit Team)
On-siteNashville, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Manage customer accounts by processing payments, monitoring balances, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records. Review credit requests, apply payments via checks, ACH, or wire transfers, and reconcile daily deposits. Resolve billing discrepancies, research unapplied cash, and collaborate with sales to maintain strong customer relationships. Monitor aging reports, assist with collections, and process adjustments, credit memos, and write-offs. Generate invoices, support month-end closing, and ensure compliance with internal controls. This role combines transactional accounting with analytical credit evaluation at Hankook Tire's Nashville headquarters.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit, Collections, Accounting, or a related finance function
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with formulas, pivot tables, and large data sets
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and resolve account issues efficiently
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when working with financial data
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and professionally with customers
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment and professionalism
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
- Experience with remote deposits, cash applications, or commercial collections
- Familiarity with commercial credit reporting tools such as Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), NACM resources, or similar credit analysis platforms
- General understanding of accounting principles and financial processes within a corporate environment
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