Accounts Receivable Clerk Louisville, KY | Robert Half

Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables operations for a team based in Louisville, Kentucky. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping customer accounts accurate, resolving payment issues, and maintaining steady cash flow through timely follow-up. The person in this role will handle a mix of billing support, payment posting, and commercial collections while working closely with internal partners to address account discrepancies.

Responsibilities:

• Manage customer receivable accounts by reviewing open balances, tracking payment activity, and following up on past-due invoices.
• Apply incoming payments accurately and reconcile remittance details to ensure account records remain current and correct.
• Conduct commercial collection efforts through effective outreach with customers to secure payment and reduce aging balances.
• Prepare and process billing-related transactions, making sure invoices are issued correctly and in a timely manner.
• Investigate account variances, short payments, and disputed charges by coordinating with internal departments and customers.
• Maintain detailed documentation of collection activity, payment status, and account updates for reporting and audit purposes.
• Support cash collection objectives by monitoring receivable trends and helping prioritize accounts that need immediate attention.