Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for anAccounts Receivable Associateto join the Data, Power, and Control Division in Somerset, NJ. TheAR Associatewill support the daily operation of the accounts receivable function, including data entry for cash receipts and SPA claims, coordinating chargeback documentation and credit memos, and communicating effectively with internal and external customers. Support customer credit background checks and monitor customer credit hold list.

Main Job Duties:

• Record, verify, and post payments per accounting policies

• Prepare credit analysis for customer credit application

• Monitor customer credit holds and release customer orders

• Create and distribute invoices to customers

• Work with an online banking program to retrieve cash receipts

• Responsible for data entry of SPA claim data

• Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure accurate and timely receipt of payments

• Input and distribution of credit memos

• Respond to customer inquiries and research discrepancies

• Special projects and other data requirements as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:High School diploma required; college coursework in accounting is preferred

Experience:0-2 years experience in an office environment/data entry is required

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Customer Portal Management

• Basic understanding of accounting functions and knowledge of economics, sales, and marketing is required

• Requires close attention to detail

• The ability to audit work to identify issues and implement processes to prevent errors is required

• Must have professional and effective verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP systems required

Company Info

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

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LocationUS-NJ-Somerset

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Category Accounting / Finance