The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for managing and maintaining customer accounts, ensuring that all invoices are accurate and timely, and collecting payments from customers in a timely manner. This position is essential to the financial health of the company, as it helps to ensure that revenue is collected on time and that customer accounts are managed effectively.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Create and submit invoices to customers.
• Maintain and update customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Identify and contact delinquent account holders to request payment.
• Research and resolve customer discrepancies and past-due amounts.
• Reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic basis.
• Generate monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
• Assist in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
• Copy, file, and retrieve materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relay changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.