Accounts Receivable Analyst

Job Description: Accounts Receivable Analyst

Position Summary

Safavieh is an upscale global home furnishing, rugs & accessories company. Based in the United States since 1978, Safavieh combines rug and home furnishings showrooms with a varied wholesale business. Supplied by its own production lines from the classical rug weaving centers of the world. The company is headquartered in Port Washington, New York. Permanent showrooms are open year-round in Atlanta, Las Vegas and High Point, NC. For four generations, the family behind the Safavieh brand has dedicated its talents and resources to providing uncompromising quality.

Safavieh is looking for a proactive, personable, highly motivated, and organized Accounts Receivable Analyst. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, responsible, and detail-oriented self-started with a strong passion for continuous learning and professional development, as this position will provide the basic foundation and necessary skill set for a great career.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor customer accounts and outstanding balances to ensure timely payment.
• Prepare, review, and process customer invoices, credit memos, and account adjustments.
• Apply customer payments accurately and reconcile accounts as needed.
• Conduct regular aging reviews to identify overdue accounts and prioritize collection efforts.
• Contact customers regarding past-due balances, payment status, and account discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve billing issues, short payments, deductions, and payment disputes.
• Reconcile accounts receivable balances and maintain accurate financial records.
• Research unapplied cash and work to resolve outstanding payment discrepancies.
• Collaborate with the sales, customer service, and accounting departments to resolve account-related issues.
• Prepare accounts receivable reports, including aging reports, collection updates, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and provide supporting documentation for audits.
• Maintain organized records of customer communications, payment arrangements, and collection activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounts receivable processes and collection efficiency.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Compensation:

• $25.00/ hour
• Benefits – 401k (with 2% match), medical, vision, dental, paid holiday, vacation and sick time
• Company shuttle service available to transport commuters to/from the Port Washington LIRR station
• Employee Discount

Employees can also take advantage of casual dress code, free parking, corporate discounts, fruits every day and bagels every other morning.