Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

(Milwaukee, WI)

Good Karma Brands (GKB) is searching for an Accounts Receivable Specialist who will play a key role in supporting the finance and operations team. The candidate will post a high volume of daily cash receipts, determine credit limits for new partners, work closely with sales teams in managing collections, and contribute to improving processes, while demonstrating an excellent attention to detail and embodying the company’s core values: Listen, Be Honest, Follow Through, Work Hard, Teamwork and Over Deliver.  

 GKB is a media and marketing company with expertise in leveraging the power of national and local sports and news to build brands and connect with fans through audio, video, digital and events. With offices throughout the country and our home office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, GKB’s team includes over 550 teammates and is recognized as a “Best Place to Work” by Front Office Sports, Sports Business Journal, and USA TODAY. Take a look at Good Karma Brands here.

Daily Tasks of an Accounts Receivable Specialist:

• Post high volume of daily cash receipts from payment lockbox, ACH and credit cards to customer accounts in Wide Orbit Traffic A/R system in a timely and accurate manner
• Work closely with Marketing Consultants (Account Executives) and partners to resolve payment discrepancies (i.e. skipped invoices, over/underpayments, unclear remittance information)
• Research and address unapplied receipts in a timely manner
• Function as a point of contact for payment applications for partners and internal teammates
• Run monthly A/R meetings with market managers
• Execute Credit Balance Policy
• Determine credit worthiness of new and existing partners utilizing credit reporting agency and independent research skills
• Reach out to teammates and/or partners as needed regarding outstanding balances
• Adopt a continuous improvement mindset and proactively seek ways to improve upon existing procedures and processes 
• Other duties as assigned
• Be a Good Karma Brands ambassador by adhering to the GKB core values: Listen, Be Honest, Follow Through, Work Hard, Teamwork and Over Deliver  

Preferred knowledge, skills, and qualifications: 

• Minimum (2) years of experience in collections and/or credit determination required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) 
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Passion to be a part of a team while also having the ability to work independently. 
• Ability to think outside of the box and problem solve. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills. 
• Excellent communication skills.
• Personal sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment - a multi-tasker.
• Cash application experience a plus.
• Wide Orbit experience a plus.  
• Experience in broadcasting is a plus.

Hours/Salary/Benefits 

This is a non-exempt hourly role that is overtime eligible for hours worked over 40 per week. This role is eligible for full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k) Plan, Dependent Care, paid parental leave, and more with opportunities for salary growth increase with skills and responsibilities and meeting targeted goals. The position will be required to work some evenings and weekends and is an in-office role.  

Opportunity for Growth

Teammates have the opportunity to continuously learn and grow within Good Karma Brands and are responsible to represent GKB, our story, and our core values inside and outside the workplace. Teammates are encouraged to take a proactive role in building relationships and seeking opportunities throughout the company. 

How to Apply 

Apply by submitting your resume to www.goodkarmabrands.com/careers no later than January 26, 2025. All are encouraged to apply. 

About Good Karma Brands

As a proud partner of ESPN, GKB represents the ESPN Radio Network and Podcasts, the full portfolio of ESPN Digital Products, ESPN Events and local ESPN affiliated radio stations in eight markets including New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. GKB’s other audio assets include Newsradio 620 WTMJ and 101.7 The Truth in Milwaukee, and 95.3 WBEV in Beaver Dam, WI.   

With offices throughout the country and our home office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, GKB’s team includes over 550 teammates and was recognized as a “Best Place to Work” by multiple organizations, including Front Office Sports.  

For a full list of assets and more information, please visit www.goodkarmabrands.com. 

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Good Karma Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consistently renew our commitment to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace for all.  We foster integrity, respect within the workplace, and believe that the foundation of our success is our collective differences and diversity of thought.  We welcome all to help us continue to build a community that embodies and promotes diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all.