Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a finance team in Newark, New Jersey. This position focuses on maintaining accurate billing records, applying customer payments, and supporting timely collection activity while coordinating with internal departments and external clients. The role also includes administrative support and selected assistance with related accounting processes to help keep daily operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and distribute customer invoices promptly while verifying billing details for accuracy.

- Review account activity, reconcile balances, and work with clients and internal partners to address invoice or payment issues.

- Contact customers regarding outstanding balances, respond to account questions, and help bring open receivables to resolution.

- Create and maintain customer account records, including processing documentation related to credit approval and account updates.

- Record incoming payments accurately, apply cash to the appropriate accounts, and investigate any variances.

- Manage incoming mail for the department and handle routine clerical and administrative support tasks.

- Assist with driver compensation administration by checking trip information and confirming payroll-related entries are correct.

- Provide backup support for accounts payable responsibilities during periods of team absence or increased workload.

- Contribute to ad hoc finance assignments and other department projects as needed. Requirements - Experience in accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, payment posting, and account reconciliation.

- Working knowledge of commercial collections and the ability to follow up professionally on outstanding balances.

- Hands-on experience with cash application processes and resolving payment discrepancies.

- Familiarity with billing operations and maintaining accurate customer account information.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial records and administrative tasks.

- Ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal teams to resolve account-related issues.

- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven accounting environment.

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