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Payment Reconciliation Specialist

Buffalo Rock Company, Birmingham, AL, United States


Organization Name: Buffalo Rock Company

Website: https://www.buffalorock.com/careers/

Job Department: Customer Finance Administration

Reports to: Customer Finance Administration Manager

Work Schedule: Monday‑Friday

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Amount of Travel Required: None

Overview The Payment Reconciliation Specialist ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions by reconciling incoming payments with recorded accounts receivable data, identifying discrepancies, and collaborating with departments to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

Reconcile incoming payments from customers with recorded accounts receivable (AR) data.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies between expected revenue and actual payments received.

Identify reasons for payment discrepancies, including shortages, overpayments, and pricing discrepancies.

Collaborate with AR, sales, and other departments to address payment‑related inquiries and discrepancies.

Maintain organized and up‑to‑date records of payment transactions and reconciliation activities.

Identify opportunities to streamline reconciliation processes and improve efficiency.

Generate reports summarizing payment reconciliation status and findings for management review.

Stay informed about industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements relevant to payment reconciliation.

Provide backup support for other team members during peak periods or absences.

Collaborate with the team on projects and other initiatives.

Demonstrate a commitment to accuracy, problem‑solving skills, and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies in financial transactions.

Complete other activities assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Experience in accounts receivable, billing, or financial reconciliation roles preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access) required.

Familiarity with route accounting software in the beverage industry preferred.

Strong analytical, communication, and detail‑oriented skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling financial information.

Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

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