Accounts Receivable Clerk

Responsibilities

• Review receivables aging data to identify past-due balances and carry out timely follow-up to secure payment.
• Assess customer credit profiles, obtain business credit reports for new accounts, recommend appropriate credit limits, and place orders on hold when account status warrants it.
• Investigate payment questions and account disputes by working closely with sales and customer service teams to reach resolution.
• Reconcile customer accounts, maintain accurate account records, and update client details as needed.
• Document collection activity thoroughly and prepare recurring delinquency summaries for management review, including accounts beyond 90 days.
• Support accounts receivable operations through special billing assignments and updates to financial records and related systems.
• Convert incoming sales requests into active orders after confirming account standing, available credit, and purchase order accuracy.
• Forward order documentation to production teams and communicate required details to support timely order processing.
• Provide backup coverage for cash receipt posting, payment application, credit card processing, bank deposit handling, online billing, invoicing, and credit or debit memo preparation.

Requirements

• 1-5 years of experience in accounts receivable or a closely related finance support role.
• Hands-on background in commercial collections and managing customer payment follow-up.
• Working knowledge of cash application, billing processes, and daily receivables administration.
• Experience reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate, well-documented customer records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to verify order and billing information for accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and cross-functional teams.

Pay

This Accounts Receivable Clerk position is paying between $50,000 and $55,000 annually depending on experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is not specified.

Benefits

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.