Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day payment processing and account reconciliation activities for a growing organization in Elmira, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, solid communication skills, and hands-on experience managing receivables in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate customer account records, address payment-related questions, and contribute to timely collections and reporting.

Responsibilities:

- Record and post customer remittances received through checks, organizational payment channels, and wire transactions with a high degree of accuracy.

- Match incoming funds to the appropriate customer balances and open invoices to keep account records current and reliable.

- Review receivables aging data regularly and reach out on overdue balances to support prompt collection of outstanding payments.

- Work directly with customers to clarify billing questions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payment concerns professionally.

- Analyze short-paid invoices, chargebacks, and unapplied cash items, then take appropriate steps to reconcile outstanding issues.

- Prepare credit adjustments and customer account statements when needed to support accurate billing and account maintenance.

- Partner with sales and customer-facing teams to address account concerns and ensure billing matters are resolved efficiently.

- Provide support for audit requests, reporting needs, and additional finance-related assignments as directed by management. Requirements - High school diploma required; an associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

- Prior experience in accounts receivable, cash application, billing, or commercial collections.

- Working knowledge of posting payments, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records.

- Ability to review aging reports and follow up effectively on past-due customer balances.

- Strong problem-solving skills with experience researching payment variances, deductions, or unapplied transactions.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and internal business partners.

- Proficiency with standard business software and spreadsheet tools, with strong attention to detail and organization.

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