Accounts Receivable Clerk

General Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing accounts receivable functions as well as other clerical accounting duties.

Essential Job Functions

Accounts Receivable/Credit Collections (90%)

• Assist the accounting outsource service in customer payments.
• Processes invoices daily; reviews for accuracy and mails to customers.
• Performs daily cash applications and posting.
• Research and solve payment discrepancies.
• Process credit card payments and credits.
• Make adjustment to accounts as needed.
• Answers accounts receivable phone inquiries and follows up.
• Reviews files to select delinquent accounts for collection efforts.
• Confers with customers by telephone in attempt to collect overdue payment and provides solutions.
• Assists Accounting Manager in preparation of documents for outside auditors.
• Prepares weekly sales report on spreadsheet for Accounting Manager.
• Maintains Accounts Receivable customer files.

Other & Miscellaneous (10%)

• Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.
• Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace.
• Reports all irregular issues and problems to supervisors for solution.

Job Dimensions (skills, knowledge & abilities)

Essential Job Dimensions

Accuracy, Accountability, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Computer Proficiency, Discreetness, Math Skills, Orderly

Qualifications

Education & Work Experience

• Associates Degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Between 1-3 years of previous experience in a similar position