AR and Revenue Specialist in Houston, Texas at JFE Franchising Inc
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Job Description
Who are we:
Wonderfield Houston are part of the Wonderfield Group which includes the YO! Taiko, Bento, AFC Sushi, and SNOWFOX/SNOWFRUIT brands – we operate more than 1500 kiosks, and 60 restaurants, our grab-and-go sushi is available in over 3,700 locations and we have 50 major retail partners. Our key markets are the USA, Canada, and the UK with additional geographic presence in Europe and Australia. Our JFE Franchising, Inc. brands are: SNOWFOX - the franchisor of over 1,000 full-service sushi kiosks in 25 states throughout the continental U.S., Hawaii, and Alaska. SNOWFRUIT – the franchisor of over 1,000 fresh cut fruit and vegetables throughout the U.S. – Refreshingly, Crips and Flavorful!
Our Purpose:
We Believe in Better Food for Everyone, The Japanese Way… We continue to capitalize on consumer trends, spearheading category growth by bringing our proposition to more people around the world across more channels, in more locations, on more occasions, and in more innovative ways. We are committed to purposeful progress and profit for the benefit of our people, our communities, and our planet and we have a clear ESG strategy that delivers progress against nine UN sustainability development goals.
Our Values:
Own it
We are accountable and make no excuses - We always look to improve. We take the initiative and are courageous and confident.
Care about it
We do the right thing, avoiding unnecessary shortcuts- We act with integrity and respect our communities, people, and our planet.
Make it Exceptional
We build relationships and make people smile- We say thank you - We’re positive and kind
Win Together
We’re open-minded and inclusive. We communicate clearly. We take time to look out for others and celebrate the good stuff.
Overview of the role:
The Accounts Receivable & Revenue Specialist is responsible for managing accounts receivable activities, supporting revenue accounting processes, and ensuring the accurate recording and reconciliation of financial transactions. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies, support month-end close activities, and maintain accurate financial records.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reconcile cash receipts against Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transactions and investigate any discrepancies.
- Process and post customer payments, including EFT, ACH, and cheque payments, in a timely and accurate manner.
- Create, review, and process customer deductions, including returns, shortages, and netting transactions, ensuring proper approvals are obtained.
- Manage customer accounts by responding to inquiries and resolving billing, payment, and EDI-related issues.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and perform collection activities on overdue accounts.
- Prepare and issue manual invoices with proper supporting documentation and approvals.
- Reconcile accounts receivable subledger balances to the general ledger.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations related to accounts receivable.
- Generate and analyze accounts receivable reports to support management decision-making.
What you’ll need:
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented mindset.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- High degree of integrity, professionalism, and accountability when handling confidential financial information.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Revenue Accounting, or a related accounting function.
- Experience working with EDI transactions; EDI 852 experience is considered an asset.
- Experience using ERP and accounting systems.
- Experience in the grocery retail, food service, franchise, wholesale distribution, or CPG industry is highly preferred.
- Experience supporting month-end close activities and account reconciliations preferred.
What’s in it for you?
- We’re committed to building inclusive Teams and giving our people the opportunity to grow their careers alongside us
- Employer Paid Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401 (K) Profit Sharing Plan
- Hybrid work environment (4 days in office/1 day remote)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & 13 Paid Holidays
- Fitness stipend Book allowance
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Wonderfield Houston is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is made available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.