Accounts Receivables Specialist

Career Opportunities: Accounts Receivables Specialist - Finance Operations (69364) Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com. This role summary Accounts Receivable Specialist will foster relationships with trade customers supporting Whirlpool's vision to be the best kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. This position is responsible for managing the order to cash process consisting of credit, collection, debit management and customer relations for a portfolio of accounts. Accounts Receivable Specialist will collect trade customer accounts receivable payments and take action as necessary with past due balances. This includes identifying and reconciling disputed amounts, problem resolution, initiating debit and credit memos for discrepancy resolution, providing project leadership to improve departmental cash flow. In this position, you'll have the opportunity to interface with trade customers, sales, logistics, and order entry and deployment functions to develop plans and processes to ensure relationships optimize sales and cash flow. This entry-level position within Whirlpools Business Unit Services provides career opportunities for upward mobility. The position does not offer remote or alternative work arrangements. This position is located at Whirlpools Global Headquarters in Southwest Michigan and is required to be in office 5 days per week. Your responsibilities will include Manage accounts receivable and monitor credit worthiness of trade customers Support order approval guidelines Manage accounts within credit lines Perform risk management on critical past due situations Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration 1+ years of Accounting experience (experience may include internships, co-ops or academics) Preferred skills and experiences The ability to identify and implement process improvements, prepare and analyze data to provide meaningful recommendations to leadership. Excellent computer skills on a wide range of applications such as Excel, Word, Power Point, SAP, Google, etc. Experience in order management, credit, and collections with emphasis on internal routines such as cash application, claims, accounting, letters of credit, bankruptcy, and the Uniform Commercial Code, and an understanding of the Sales and Logistics (Reverse Logistics) areas. Excellent communicator, possess good analytical and problem solving skills, act independently and negotiate win?win solutions with a wide range of customers and internal Whirlpool process partners. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills. What we offer Generous benefits package , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required). Additional information Whirlpools Ways of Working Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry?leading time?off benefits that will help you balance whats important at work and at home, including: Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside?of?work commitments as needed. Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one?week increments for a total of two weeks per year. Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service. Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr