Airgas · 1 day ago
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expAirgas is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases. They are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist responsible for customer service and collection of accounts receivable, ensuring a healthy Accounts Receivable position while maximizing cash flow.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the customer service and collection of accounts receivable within the Region, with a goal of maintaining a healthy Accounts Receivable position
Maintains consistent and high quality work; ensures that proper steps are taken each day to protect Airgas’ interests in receivables, assets and to further reduce the risk of bad debt write off
Adheres to South Region/Division protocols and achieves assigned metrics for outbound calls, order release, worklist compliance towards the goal of promoting prompt payment of outstanding invoices and other matters that will maximize cash flow
Provides day to day Customer Service
Works internally across the Region and externally directly with customers to reduce total AR and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
Maintains quality relationships with branch managers and involves regional managers when necessary and keeps them informed of issues at all times
Engages appropriate field personnel as needed to expedite resolution of outstanding payments
Communicate with cash applications to ensure payments are properly applied and resolve any potential issues
Completes administrative work for the department with strong need for compliance to deadline and prompt response
Maximizes collection effort in accordance with Airgas Credit & Collection Policy
Maintains fast pace for time sensitive collection efforts on the unique portfolio of small accounts
Reconciles difficult or disputed accounts; forwards calls when customer requests escalation
Communicates and escalates potential risks to VP of Finance
Identifies issues with billing, pricing and cylinders that cause customer service problems and works to resolve such issues
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED required
At least 4 years of prior experience in credit & collections, accounts receivable, finance and/or related field
Prior experience should include the ability to demonstrate a proven track record of success in a high-volume AR role
Proficient in Google suite applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
A strong “customer service” mindset and the ability to use collaborative and non-adversarial approaches in achieving diverse goals. Ability to build positive relationships and strive to understand customer's needs, both internal and external
Preferred
Associate's degree in Business, Accounting or related-field preferred
Prior experience with SAP or an ERP system is highly preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Vacation
Sick time
Floating holidays
Paid holidays for full-time employees
A progressive parental leave package
401k plan with company matching funds
Tuition reimbursement
Discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents
Airgas Scholarship Program
Company
Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. single-source supplier of gases, welding equipment and supplies, and safety products.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-11-17Acquired
1986-12-26IPO
Leadership Team
Robert McLaughlin
CFO
J
Jay Worley
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-12-19
Clayton B. Bruner, P.L.L.C.
2025-11-22
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