Accounts Receivable Associates

ABOUT UA/UNIFORM ADVANTAGE BRANDS

For over 40 years, UA Brands has been synonymous with fashion-forward specialty apparel for the medical and culinary professions. We are proud to support our valued customers - true heroes giving back with every shift. Our culture includes a long history of philanthropy and community support. Our strong values and unique culture are built on collaborating not merely as coworkers, but as family and friends. From the beginning, we provide candidates an authentic look into how UA Brands embraces their skills and perspectives, all in ways that continue to set us apart.

As part of our expansion plans as a growing, global organization, Costa Rica was chosen to open a Shared Services Center, which started operations in December 2020. While our Costa Rica business office is based in the beautiful and sunny province of Heredia, at a convenient We Work building with wonderful co-working space, most of our global team members in Costa Rica are able to work exclusively from home.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The primary purpose of the Accounts Receivable Associates to ensure the company receives payments for goods sold by properly recording the transactions and effectively following up for collections. They will support accounting operations by filing documents and data entry responsibilities. This individual will examine and analyze accounts and assist the Accounts Receivable department in preparing statements and invoices.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Enter invoices and payment information for customers in Microsoft AX.
• Prepare and send customer invoices and statements.
• Process customer payments, debit memos, credit memos & write-off.
• Maintain customer master account information.
• Process credit applications and new customer setup.
• Contact customers regarding questions, issues, payment status, reasons for non-payment and follow-up for collection. This includes AR contacting customers and customers contacting AR and the research involved.
• Prepare ageing reports for management review, and reconciliation reports between Microsoft AX and Retail Pro monthly.
• Open, receive and process daily AR mail from retail stores.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is required for this position. Must demonstrate the ability to read, speak, and write in English.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or 2 years equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Accounts receivable billing and collections.
• Experience in Microsoft AX, Retail Pro.
• Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe PDF, etc.
• Understanding on how to use SharePoint, Business Objects and Workfront.
• Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps upload/download.
• Quiet, private, distraction-free home workspace with no conflicting responsibilities during scheduled shifts.

WHERE YOU'LL WORK

REMOTE – Work from Home

Have workplace flexibility - you'll work exclusively from the comfort of your home with no commute Remote employees are expected to be online and available during the core business hours for their team. Computer equipment is provided for business use.

PLENTY OF BENEFITS TOO

UA BRANDS offers a full range of benefits that addresses both your health and financial needs.

• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program – self-care and support for life's everyday challenges
• Continuous remote work
• Paid vacations
• Holiday Pay
• Social Security coverage (CCSS)
• Workers Insurance coverage (INS)
• Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
• Regular Recognition, Social Activities, and Events – Mandatory Fun

UA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an employee of any UA Brands division, you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports self-management. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at UA Brands will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. UA Brands does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. UA Brands will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.