Cash Applications Specialist Lead

Southern States Material Handling is more than just forklifts- we offer complete warehouse solutions. We pride ourselves in successfully partnering with our customers to offer resolutions that keep businesses running. Specializing in new & used equipment, operator training, equipment rentals, fleet management, service & repair, automation and warehouse organization, Southern States ToyotaLift solves problems.

As a Cash Application Specialist Lead with Southern States Toyotalift: Contribute to making Southern States Material Handling a leader in the material handling industry by ensuring cash receipts payments are handled promptly and accurately to individual customer accounts and solving discrepancies.

Come be a part of our Toyota family.

Top of the Line Benefits
401(k) with company matching.
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision Insurance
PTO and Vacation
Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

What we're looking for:
Minimum 4 years' experience in Cash Application or comparable position strongly preferred.
Understanding of accounting principles and financial processes required.
Ability to analyze payment data and identify discrepancies.
Proven ability to use research, analysis, communication, and other skills to solve problems effectively.
Ability to perform tasks with extreme attention to detail.
Intermediate knowledge of word processing programs, spreadsheets, email platforms, accounting software and other communication tools required.
Proven ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal partners.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high volume and rapidly changing environment.

Education and Certification Needed:
High school diploma or GED required.
Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.

What you'll Do:
Meeting daily cash posting goals with accuracy.
Assist with daily deposit of physical cash and checks.
Constantly monitor unapplied cash.
Process electronic customer payments.
Accurately post payments to and manage customer accounts.
Utilize problem-solving skills to research discrepancies and unidentified deposits.
Identify issues associated with short payments and overpayments.
Organize and maintain electronic documentation file for remittances and deposits.
Contact customers for missing remittance information.
Identify issues associated with short payments and overpayments.
Bank reconciliation process.
Processing write/offs and offsets.
Prepare cash reports.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple improvement projects.
Assist with printing invoices as required.
Assist with printing monthly customer statements as required.
Assist with weekly check printing as required.
Assist with processing write offs and offsets.
Keep abreast of accounting principles and internal financial processes.
Efficiently and professionally communicate with internal partners.
Efficiently and professionally communicate with customers.
Provide peer team members with guidance and training as needed.
Assists in managing cash applications overall process, providing updates to Credit & Collections Manager.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm
In office.

SSMH is an equal opportunity employer. SSMH does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 45 per week

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience level:
4 years
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime pay

Experience:
Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Tampa, FL 33619 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
Tampa, FL 33619: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person