Accounts Receivable Clerk Columbus, OH

Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables operations in Columbus, Ohio. This position focuses on maintaining accurate billing and payment records, following up on outstanding commercial balances, and helping ensure cash is applied correctly and on time. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when working with customer accounts, and the ability to manage multiple financial tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage customer receivable accounts by reviewing open balances, tracking payment activity, and maintaining accurate account status information.
• Follow up with commercial clients on past-due invoices, resolve payment issues, and encourage timely collection of outstanding amounts.
• Post incoming payments to the correct customer accounts and reconcile transactions to support accurate cash application.
• Prepare and issue billing documents while verifying charges, payment terms, and account details for accuracy.
• Research discrepancies related to invoices, short payments, and unapplied cash, then coordinate with internal teams to resolve them.
• Support invoice processing activities by coding financial documents appropriately and maintaining organized records.
• Assist with accounts payable tasks as needed to help maintain efficient workflow across accounting operations.
• Contribute to process accuracy by monitoring receivable activity and identifying issues that may affect reporting or collections performance.