Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a growing electronics organization in Melville, New York. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong expertise in receivables operations, enjoys working with cloud-based tools, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records.

The right candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to improve workflows while supporting a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:

- Manage day-to-day accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment posting, and account reconciliation.

- Apply customer payments accurately and in a timely manner while maintaining complete and reliable transaction records.

- Follow up on outstanding commercial balances and coordinate collections efforts with professionalism and persistence.

- Review receivables processes to spot inefficiencies and suggest practical improvements that strengthen accuracy and efficiency.

- Use Quick Books Online and other cloud-based systems to track account activity, generate documentation, and support reporting needs.

- Investigate billing or payment discrepancies, resolve issues thoroughly, and help prevent repeat problems.

- Maintain organized financial documentation and ensure receivables data is updated consistently across systems.

- Collaborate with internal team members to support evolving procedures and contribute positively to process enhancements.

Requirements - Hands-on experience with accounts receivable, including billing, cash application, and collections activities.

- Strong working knowledge of Quick Books Online is required.

- Comfortable using technology and cloud-based business applications in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent organizational skills with a process-driven approach to daily work.

- High level of accuracy and close attention to detail when handling financial information.

- Proven ability to identify problems, evaluate root causes, and recommend lasting solutions.

- Effective communication and follow-up skills, with a cooperative and team-oriented mindset.

- Adaptable, coachable, and able to perform well within a company that continues to refine its processes and systems.

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