Accounts Receivable Specialist

TEGNA Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its Shared Services team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the accounts receivable sub-ledger for assigned stations/accounts.

Responsibilities:

• Identify balances needing adjustment and prepare online adjustment requests for routing
• Collaborate with station personnel to move adjustment requests through the process per policy
• Reconcile customer receivable accounts and timely apply prepayments to invoices
• Research and reconcile account balances and account activity per station/customer request
• Provide account statements upon request
• Conduct research for short pay discrepancies and resolve to proper next actions
• Build and maintain positive relationships with station personnel and collectors
• Provide a high standard of customer service to both internal and external customers

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of active experience with accounts receivable balances using an aged balance report as the primary source tool in a high-volume entry environment
• Knowledge of accounting journal entries resulting from actions taken to resolve balances
• Understanding of cash application and AR procedures
• Ability to quickly learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications as needed
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including superior customer service skills
• Professionalism and strong work ethic
• Strong time-management and organisational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or four-year degree
• 4 or more years of experience
• Intermediate Excel skills – comfort exporting to Excel and manipulating results
• Broadcast Industry experience
• Wide Orbit Software experience

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) program with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Access to Teladoc and Spring Health services