Accounts Receivable Clerk; Part-Time

The Accounts Receivable Clerk plays a vital role within the Finance Department and is primarily responsible for collections and reducing outstanding customer balances. This position works directly with customers to secure timely payments, resolve account issues, and support the company's cash flow objectives.

• Manage assigned customer accounts and take ownership of collection activities to ensure timely payment of outstanding balances.
• Contact customers by phone and email regarding past due invoices and secure payment commitments.
• Monitor aging reports and proactively work to reduce delinquent accounts and improve cash collections.
• Escalate collection issues as needed and partner with internal teams to resolve barriers to payment.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, unapplied cash, deductions, and credit issues.
• Process invoices through customer portals and ensure accurate and timely submission.
• Provide customers with invoices, statements, proof of delivery, and other supporting documentation as needed.
• Maintain detailed collection notes and accurate customer account records within the accounting system.
• Build positive relationships with customers while maintaining a professional and consistent collection approach.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and other departments to resolve account issues and accelerate payment.
• Prepare weekly aging and collection status updates for management review.
• Support cash application, account reconciliations, and other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist with additional accounts receivable and collection duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred.
• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Computer skills with Microsoft E-mail, Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP 18.6 is preferred.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, energetic, dependable, and hard-working individual with the ability to work well in a team as well as an individual contributor.

Eligible part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week may receive prorated paid time off and other benefits in accordance with company policies and plan eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.