Accounts Receivable Clerk Mechanicsburg, PA | Robert Half

Accounts Receivable Clerk

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is centered on maintaining accurate customer account records, following up on outstanding balances, and helping keep cash flow reporting current and reliable. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, clear communication skills, and the ability to manage billing-related issues in a deadline-driven office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Track collection activity thoroughly and provide management with clear updates on account status and recovery progress.

• Match incoming payments to invoices, research variances, and coordinate with customers to resolve payment discrepancies.

• Handle billing and payment inquiries by phone and email.

• Prepare lien waiver documentation and assist with paperwork for overdue accounts when required.

• Apply cash receipts to customer ledgers to maintain current account balances.

• Compile and distribute daily deposit summaries to support internal cash reporting.

• Assist with month-end accounts receivable processes, including retainage tracking and reporting.

• Perform general administrative and clerical support tasks as needed by the accounting team.