Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day billing and payment activities for a contract position based in Brentwood, New York. This role focuses on accurate invoicing, timely cash application, and effective follow-up on outstanding balances while helping maintain organized customer account records. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in accounts receivable and collections, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-moving office environment.

Responsibilities:

- Process incoming customer payments by recording, posting, and validating transactions within the accounts receivable system.

- Prepare invoices and credit memos in line with established procedures and deliver them to customers through the appropriate channels, including customer portals when needed.

- Maintain accurate customer account information by updating records and organizing supporting documentation for easy retrieval.

- Monitor account activity and produce status reports to help track balances, payment trends, and open items.

- Investigate billing issues, payment discrepancies, and overdue accounts in coordination with management and internal team members.

- Support monthly billing activities by assisting with statement preparation and reconciling information against the general ledger.

- Organize, copy, file, and retrieve accounts receivable records to support daily operations and audit requests.

- Contribute to audit preparation by gathering financial documents and related account information as requested.

- Perform additional accounting support tasks and administrative duties as needed to assist the team.

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Requirements

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, cash applications and collections

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with accounting software used for receivables processing.

- Ability to manage billing functions, cash collections, and account follow-up with a high degree of accuracy.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear interaction with customers and internal stakeholders.

- Excellent organizational skills with close attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work independently.

- Comfort using standard office equipment, including computers, calculators, and copiers, in a fast-paced setting.

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