Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in Carlsbad, California. This position plays an important role in keeping receivables current by posting payments accurately, investigating account variances, and supporting timely follow-up on outstanding balances. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in accounts receivable operations, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to work effectively with both customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities:

- Record incoming payments each day with precision, including allocations across multiple invoices, partial remittances, short payments, and other exceptions.

- Investigate payment irregularities such as unapplied cash, incorrect postings, and account mismatches, then take appropriate steps to correct them.

- Conduct courteous collection outreach on overdue accounts while preserving positive, respectful relationships with clients.

- Coordinate with billing, project, and accounting personnel to address invoicing questions and resolve payment-related concerns.

- Keep thorough documentation of cash posting activity, collection efforts, and account follow-up for accurate reporting and audit readiness.

- Monitor open receivables and disputed items to help drive timely resolution of aged balances.

- Recommend practical improvements that strengthen the efficiency and accuracy of cash application and collection workflows.

- Provide support during month-end close by completing accounts receivable tasks and preparing related records as needed. Requirements

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