Accounts Receivable Clerk

Essential Functions

• Maintains the intake and initial review of all mail delivered to the department.
• Timely and accurately distributes documents and correspondence to the appropriate team members or departments, adhering to established internal protocols.
• Accurately identifies and categorizes checks received by type, including customer payments, dealer payments, and miscellaneous checks.
• Ensures proper handling and documentation in accordance with financial and compliance guidelines.
• Conducts detailed account reviews to confirm customer banking details prior to payment processing.
• Resolves discrepancies by liaising with relevant departments as needed.
• Utilizes a remote check scanner to securely deposit customer payments into designated bank accounts.
• Verifies deposit accuracy and maintains electronic records in compliance with internal accounting standards and audit requirements.
• Maintains strict control over the physical custody of checks and other financial documents.
• Ensures all items are stored securely and in accordance with company policies and industry best practices to prevent loss, theft, or unauthorized access.
• Scans and indexes client documentation into OnBase document management system.
• Communicates with teammates within the Accounting Operations and other departments as needed.

Required Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required
• 2 years of related work experience (data entry) required
• Financial industry experience preferred
• Attention to detail and accuracy required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Proficient in the utilization of Microsoft Excel

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting
• Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Working on a computer 90% of the time