Accounts Receivable Clerk Lake Elmo, MN

Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an accounts receivable clerk to join a busy accounting team in Minnesota. This permanent role focuses on maintaining accurate customer billing records, applying incoming payments, and helping keep receivables current through consistent follow-up and reconciliation. The right candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day receivables tasks by issuing invoices, posting payments, and keeping customer account details up to date.

• Review open balances regularly and contact customers to address overdue invoices and support timely collections.

• Reconcile account activity, investigate payment differences, and resolve billing inconsistencies with accuracy.

• Prepare and send invoices, statements, and related account documents to ensure customers receive clear billing information.

• Record and apply incoming funds from various payment methods, including checks, wire transfers, credit cards, and electronic payments.

• Respond to customer questions about invoices, payment status, and account issues in a thorough and timely manner.

• Support month-end and year-end accounting deadlines by organizing receivables data and completing assigned close activities.

• Generate aging reports and other receivables-related summaries for internal review and decision-making.

• Partner with accounting and sales colleagues to resolve disputes, improve collections outcomes, and strengthen billing processes.

• Assist with audit requests and provide organized documentation for receivables transactions and account activity.

We offer a full suite of benefits including PTO, 401k match, and medical/dental.