Accounts Receivable Clerk Jobs

JOB DESCRIPTION: Account Receivable Clerk

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Summary

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
• Experience with sales tax input and certification renewal
• Prepare Customer Credit card for return material as needed
• Process Credit Card Charges for order shipping

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's in Accounting preferred.
• At least two years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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