Accounts Receivable Clerk and Cash Application Specialist

Cleveland based manufacturing company is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk with a focus on cash application. This position is a full-time onsite role in Cleveland Ohio. Position is responsible for accurately processing, categorizing, and posting incoming customer payments to the correct invoices. This role minimizes unapplied cash, resolves payment discrepancies, and reconciles financial records to ensure accurate accounts receivable ledgers.

• Payment Processing: Accurately apply lockbox deposits, checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit cards, and to open invoices based on customer remittances.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Research and resolve short payments, over payments, deductions, and unapplied or misapplied cash balances.
• Customer
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Communicate professionally with internal teams and clients to retrieve missing remittance details and clarify payment discrepancies.
• Data Maintenance: Audit and maintain accurate, up-to-date customer records regarding account balances and payment history.

• Experience: Typically 1–3 years of experience in bookkeeping, finance, or a dedicated accounts receivable role.
• Education: High school diploma or GED is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting or business is often preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with accounting ERP software
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, exceptional organizational and mathematical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.