Lead Payment Application Specialist

  • Full-time

Company Description

The Star Tribune Media Company is the largest source of news and information in the upper Midwest, delivering more of what matters to Minnesota all day, every day.  In the 16th-largest U.S. market, Star Tribune reaches more consumers than any other media brand, with the country’s 5th-largest Sunday newspaper, the most-visited local website, numerous mobile and tablet apps, and a portfolio of print and digital products. In 2013 the company was recognized with two Pulitzer Prizes, as well as the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce “Best in Business” award. 

Job Description

Ensures all incoming payments into Payment Application are timely and accurately recorded in customer account in Star Tribune’s various subsystems.  Researches and resolves more complex payment issues.  Coordinates work with Senior Payment Application Specialist to ensure workloads are balanced to meet posting deadline.  Balances daily/monthly cash and credit card payments and assists in the Finance monthly close as assigned.  May include completing monthly cash journal entries, performing journal entry uploads and running PeopleSoft reports.   Serves as primary backup for Payment Application Manager.

Qualifications

-    Two year Associate’s degree in Accounting or equivalent related experience
-    4+ years’ experience with an automated payment application system
-    Strong computer skills including high level working experience with Excel
-    Demonstrated experience in researching, analyzing and solving problems independently.  Able to work under minimal supervision.
-    Excellent time management skills and demonstrated experience in proactively managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
-    Strong attention to details and accuracy
-    Strong customer service skills
-    Excellent oral and written communication skills

Posting Date:  June 16, 2015
EOE

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