Job Description

Overview

Join one of the fastest-growing and largest privately-held security companies in the U.S.! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has established a reputation for providing excellent customer service and quality work environments while being recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers in 2021 and 2022.

At Sunstates Security, we're committed to hiring, developing and retaining a diverse and exceptionally qualified workforce. As a result, our employees are skilled, knowledgeable and dedicated to providing clients with flawless security service and the peace of mind that comes with it. We work hard to recruit and to retain the best and the brightest people for each client and every site location. We instill in our employees the Sunstates promise to provide a safe, disciplined and friendly work environment with an opportunity for career advancement. If you're searching for a career with challenging and rewarding opportunities, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. As a proactive security partner for some of the country's leading companies and organizations, we provide careers for talented people to become part of a successful, growing company.

Job Skills / Requirements

Sunstates Security is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist  for our corporate headquarters located in Raleigh, NC.   This position will be responsible for managing invoices, purchase orders and ensuring bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will report directly to the AP/AR Manager.

This is a fully in-office position at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh.  It is NOT a remote or hybrid role.

In addition to a competitive annual salary starting at $55,000, this position is eligible for an Annual Performance-based Bonus, full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, a 401k plan with company match, generous PTO allowance, tuition assistance, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and process weekly batches of customer invoices while communicating with field teams on any adjustments or corrections.
• Review and respond to customer inquiries and invoice concerns.
• Enter daily bank transactions including EFT, Check, and Credit Card payments.
• Track and maintain customer purchase orders using system tools.
• Submit invoices to necessary customer payment portals.
• Assist in necessary month-end closing tasks and reports.
• Cross-train with the Accounts Payable Specialist to provide as-needed backup.
• Ensure bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental procedures. 
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports.
• Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying federal ID numbers, scheduling, and preparing checks, and resolving purchase orders, contracts, invoices, or payment discrepancies.
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Maintains historical records by filing documents.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLSETS DESIRED

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree related to finance or accounting, or equivalent experience.
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting, including thorough skills and knowledge, plus the application of general accounting theory.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with a proficiency in Excel.
• Concur report administration experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Sunstates Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We will make reasonable accommodations to enable employees to perform their jobs. 

Education Requirements (All)

Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree from 4 year college/university

Additional Information / Benefits

The Sunstates customizable benefits package includes the following minimum components:

• Affordable Care Act compliant Medical Benefits Program
• Dental Insurance Program
• Free Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Bereavement Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit or Pay Cards
• Employee Incentives
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee of the Month Award
• Education Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Involvement Initiatives
• Management Mentoring and Support
• Career Advancement
• 401K program

Only candidates who meet our rigorous employment standards and who are excellent matches for open positions (as personally verified by Site Managers) are invited to join our security team. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and supporter of our military veterans!

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance, Performance-based Bonus