Accounts Receivable Clerk

Responsibilities

• Create and issue customer invoices on a consistent daily schedule, ensuring all billing details are complete and accurate before distribution.
• Record incoming payments from multiple sources, including cash, checks, and credit card transactions, and apply them correctly to customer accounts.
• Review accounts receivable records regularly and reconcile ledger balances to confirm that posted payments and open items are accurate.
• Investigate billing questions and work directly with customers to address discrepancies, resolve account issues, and support timely payment.
• Compile aging summaries and other receivables reports on a weekly and monthly basis for leadership review and follow-up.
• Maintain organized and current customer account documentation, including updates to payment terms and account status.
• Evaluate new customer accounts for creditworthiness using available financial and payment history information.
• Support commercial collections efforts by following up on overdue balances and documenting account activity thoroughly.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting support role.
• Hands-on experience with invoicing, cash application, payment posting, and account reconciliation.
• Background in commercial collections and customer account follow-up.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics, including Great Plains/GPAC environments.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and billing functions.
• Ability to analyze account activity, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Solid organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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.

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