Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support a busy accounting team in the wholesale distribution industry. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment, can manage competing deadlines, and brings strong analytical judgment to day-to-day receivables work. The role will focus on billing accuracy, cash activity, account follow-up, and presenting monthly account and brand updates to leadership.

Responsibilities:

- Process customer invoices, post receivable activity, and help maintain accurate account records across a high-volume portfolio.

- Apply incoming payments promptly and reconcile cash transactions to ensure balances are current and properly documented.

- Conduct commercial collections outreach by phone and email to resolve overdue balances and improve aging performance.

- Investigate account discrepancies, review supporting details, and use sound judgment to determine appropriate next steps for resolution.

- Prepare and deliver monthly presentations to leadership summarizing account status, brand performance, and notable receivables trends.

- Use Excel tools such as Pivot Tables to analyze account data, identify patterns, and support reporting needs.

- Partner with internal teams to address billing questions, correct invoice issues, and keep customer accounts in good standing.

- Meet recurring deadlines in a fast-paced setting while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and follow-through in daily work. Requirements - Prior experience in accounts receivable with hands-on responsibility for billing, cash applications, and account follow-up.

- Background in commercial collections and the ability to communicate effectively with customers regarding outstanding balances.

- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including practical experience building and working with Pivot Tables.

- Confidence presenting financial or account-related updates to leadership or other internal stakeholders.

- Solid critical thinking skills with the ability to research discrepancies and recommend effective solutions.

- Comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment with steady transaction volume and changing priorities.

- Strong verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach when speaking with both customers and internal teams.

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