Accounts Receivable Clerk, Revenue Accounting

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* Job Description:

** This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
** What will you be doing?*
* * Support Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Wholesale, Sell Off, Licensing, Franchise, and other customer accounts
* Create and issue accurate customer invoices in accordance with contract terms, shipment activity, and established timelines
* Review invoice support and research unit, price, discount, payment-term, or other billing discrepancies
* Monitor open accounts receivable balances and maintain clear, current records of invoice and payment status
* Follow up with customers on outstanding and past-due invoices in a timely, professional manner
* Receive, identify, and apply customer payments accurately using Oracle People Soft AR/BI and related systems
* Research unapplied cash, short payments, deductions, and other differences; coordinate resolution with customers and internal partners
* Reconcile customer accounts and help tie reported revenue, invoices, payments, and general ledger activity
* Maintain account notes, collection follow-up, aging details, and other tracking used by the Revenue Accounting team
* Provide accurate information for receivables aging, cash forecasting, reporting, and period-end close activities
* Work closely with Revenue Accounting teammates and cross-functional partners, including Business Development, Treasury, Information Technology, and customer contacts
* Respond to questions, troubleshoot issues, and communicate account status and next steps clearly
* Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, audit support, and other routine accounts receivable activities as needed
* Follow established Accounts Receivable procedures and controls and help keep process documentation current
* Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy, consistency, and efficiency of invoicing, collections, and cash application processes  
** What do you need to bring?
*** Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
* Prior experience in accounts receivable, invoicing, collections, cash application, or a related accounting support role
* Ability to create accurate invoices, follow up on outstanding balances, and apply customer payments
* Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and track a high volume of transactions and follow-up items
* Ability to research discrepancies, reconcile account activity, and bring issues to resolution
* Clear written and verbal communication skills and a customer-service mindset
* Ability to work collaboratively with teammates, customers, and cross-functional partners
* Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines
* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial systems; experience with People Soft is preferred but not required
** Benefits & Perks
** As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
* Incentive bonus program
* 401(K) savings plan with company match
* Annual company wide review process
* Flexible spending accounts
* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* Life and disability insurance
* Associate assistance program
* Paid parental and adoption leave
* Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
* Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
* Paid Caregiver Leave
* Mobile Stipend
* Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
* Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
* Seven associate wellness half days per year
* Merchandise discount on all of our brands
* Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
* Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
* Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!