AR - Collections Specialist

Position:

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Restoration/Construction Company

Northeast Portland

$23-$26 per hour

To provide financial and administrative support by performing routine accounting practices to process accounts receivable. Ensuring efficient, timely, and accurate invoicing, and payment of accounts, that positively impact cash flow. Resolving discrepancies according to established policies and procedures in a timely and accurate manner.

Responsible for a range of general staff accounting tasks but will be primarily responsible for all accounting work associated with processing accounts receivable. This role also serves as an auditor, ensuring that invoices are accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed to account for the receipt of payment for services rendered.

• Accurately prepare invoices and customer statements, and send invoices as directed by estimator.
• Resolve authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.
• Post customer payment by recording cash, check, and credit card transactions to appropriate customer account, make copies of checks, complete deposit slips, make bank deposits and update spreadsheets.
• Contact customers by phone, mail, or email regarding past due accounts.
• Communicate with co-workers and customers on billing and payment issues in a professional manner.

• Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements, and strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Sage, including the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs.
• At least 3 years of accounts receivable experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug test.