ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK Title: Accounts Receivable Clerk Job Type: Non–Exempt Department: Accounting Location: Mira Loma, CA Supervisor: Controller Accounting Department AR Posting Introduction We are looking for an analytical account receivable professional to assist our accounting department as it receives, processes, and collects on goods sold or services rendered. In this role, you will be required to review account information, correct discrepancies, and ensure customers are properly billed, and payments are collected. To succeed as an accounts receivable professional, you should be a skilled and thorough researcher with excellent communication and record keeping skills. You should be detail oriented, organized, and self motivated with strong math and computer skills. SUMMARY The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for assisting the accounting department to receive, process, and collect on goods sold or services rendered. This position is also responsible for reviewing account information, correct discrepancies, and ensure customers are properly billed, and payments are collected. Responsibilities: The following responsibilities are a general guideline and not intended to be an exhaustive list of the full scope of responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on business needs and at managements discretion.
Process, verify, and post payment receipts for goods sold or services rendered.
Submit customer invoices and / or statements via specified and appropriate customer EDI provider.
Research and resolve account discrepancies.
Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses.
Obtaining information from other departments to ensure records are accurate and complete, and accounts receivable ledgers and journals are up to date.
Work with customers department leads, supervisors, and/ or managers to review accounts, client payments, credit history, and develop new and/ or better repayment terms.
Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
Perform administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry, sending bill reminders, filing paperwork, and contacting clients to discuss their accounts.
Generate reports and statements.
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 status of customer accounts as requested.
Collaborates with other Accounts Receivable personnel.
Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
Engage in ongoing educational opportunities to update job knowledge.
Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation/Additional Requirements:
2-5 years or more of related accounts receivable experience required.
Strong math, typing, and computer skills.
Excellent communication, research, problem-solving, and time management skills.
High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
Attention to detail.
Ability to build relationships with customers and internal departments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office software including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience w/ Adobe.
Experience with ERP systems.
Valid Driver's License/Acceptable Driving Record
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
We value our Associates and offer competitive wages with great benefits such as:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage (employer sponsored)
Basic Life insurance (employer sponsored)
Voluntary Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
401k with a company match of 50% of your contribution (up to 6% of your current salary)
Career development opportunities
And much, much more!
Wage range DOE: $21/hr. - $27/hr.
