Accounts Receivable Specialist at Rittal LLC – Schaumburg, Illinois

About the Role
This position is ideal for professionals looking to master core Accounts Receivable (AR) functions while managing a portfolio of high-risk customer accounts.

Key Responsibilities
As an AR Specialist, you will:

• Manage AR projects end-to-end
• Serve as primary AR contact for top-tier customers
• Develop strategies to reduce aged receivables and improve cash flow
• Present AR insights into leadership and recommend process improvements
• Mentor Level I and II staff on advanced AR practices

Skills & Traits:
We value accuracy, independence, and a strong command of AR systems. Ideal candidates will bring:

• Deep understanding of manufacturing AR dynamics
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to drive change and influence cross-functional teams
• Strategic thinking with a focus on continuous improvement

Physical Requirements:
Sit for long durations of time, up to 8 hours. Work at a computer and keyboard for majority of work time. Stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently throughout the work shift. Must occasionally lift to 25 pounds, waist level.
Mental Requirements:
Work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to assignment changes easily, ability to multi-task, learn office procedures and learn and use new software. Must be detailed oriented; communicate effectively via oral and written with all levels of employees, vendors and customers.

Direction & Decision Making:
Complete directives given either verbally or written, make and assist in determining logical decisions.

Knowledge & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 7 years accounts receivable experience required.
• Strong computer knowledge including spreadsheets.
• International collections experience preferred.
• Working with customer portals preferred knowledge.
• SAP knowledge preferred.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.