Accounts Receivable Clerk

Mobile, AL

Order: 27169

Order Type :
TempToFT

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ccounts Receivable (AR) Clerk

Mobile, AL

$17/hr, Temp to Perm

Long's Human Resource Services is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Clerk to join the Accounting team of a client company in Mobile. This role is responsible for invoicing, payment application, collections follow-up, and customer account maintenance, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of billing issues.

Role Summary

The AR Clerk supports the Accounting department by maintaining customer accounts, applying payments, and following up on outstanding balances. This position plays a key role in protecting working capital, reducing past-due accounts, and ensuring smooth customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Invoicing & Billing

• Generate and distribute customer invoices and credit memos

• Verify pricing, terms, tax, freight, and purchase order details prior to release

• Send monthly statements to correct customer contacts

Cash Application

• Post ACH, credit card, check, and lockbox payments with proper invoice matching

• Research and clear unapplied cash, short-pays, and over payments within SLA

• Reconcile daily deposits to bank activity

Collections & Dispute Resolution

• Monitor AR aging and perform structured outreach (email/phone) for past-due accounts

• Document all collection touchpoints; escalate accounts per company policy

• Investigate and resolve billing disputes by coordinating with Customer Service, Sales, and Operations

Credit & Account Setup Support

• Assist with new account credit references and approvals

• Maintain accurate customer master data (bill-to/ship-to, tax exemption certificates, contacts)

Month-End & Reporting

• Prepare AR aging, unapplied cash, and collections status reports

• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and reserve inputs

Compliance & Controls

• Follow internal controls for cash handling and credit card/PII protection

• Adhere to tax documentation rules; maintain exemption certificates

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or general accounting; multi-entity or distribution background a plus

• Working knowledge of invoicing, cash application, collections, and sales tax basics

• Proficient in Excel (sorting/filtering, formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables) and Outlook

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through

• Professional communication skills with both customers and internal teams