Accounts Receivable Clerk Houston, TX

Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an accounts receivable clerk to join a team in Houston, Texas in a contract position with the potential to become permanent. This role combines day-to-day receivables work with direct customer interaction, making it ideal for someone who can manage financial transactions accurately while providing responsive service. The position supports billing, collections, order processing, and account follow-up while helping maintain a positive experience for customers.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounts receivable activities from invoice creation through payment follow-up to help keep customer accounts current.
• Review and enter sales orders accurately, then prepare billing documents based on completed order information.
• Produce and distribute invoices through regular delivery schedules, including support for recurring mailed invoice batches.
• Coordinate with accounting leadership to record receivable-related entries and maintain accurate general ledger support.
• Conduct commercial collections outreach by contacting customers about overdue balances and documenting follow-up activity.
• Assist with applying incoming payments, including credit card transactions and other cash receipts, to the correct customer accounts.
• Respond to customer questions related to invoices, account balances, and payment status in a prompt and timely manner.
• Investigate billing concerns and work with internal partners to resolve discrepancies that may delay payment.