Accounts Receivable Special ist
Job Summary:
The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.
Superv isory Respons ibi l i t ies :
- None.
Duties/Respons ib i l i t ies :
- Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to Accounts Receivable.
- Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
- Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
- Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
- Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
- Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of sales and other staff.
- Reconciles Accounts Receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
- Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
- Assists Controller in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
- Copies, files, and retrieves materials for Accounts Receivable as needed.
- Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Sk i l ls/Abi l i t ies :
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
- Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education and Exper ience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s preferred.
- At least two years of related experience required.
Phys ica l Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 2 years
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Work Location: In person