Accounts Receivable Clerk Job in Ramsey, NJ

Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables operations for a team based in Ramsey, New Jersey. This long-term contract position is well suited to someone who can balance accuracy, follow-through, and strong communication while managing customer payments and outstanding balances. The person in this role will contribute to timely cash posting, invoice-related activities, and commercial collections while helping maintain reliable financial records.

Responsibilities:

• Process incoming payments and apply cash accurately to customer accounts in a timely manner.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, follow up with commercial clients, and drive collection efforts to reduce past-due balances.
• Prepare and issue billing documents while reviewing account activity for discrepancies or missing information.
• Reconcile receivable records by researching payment variances, short pays, and unapplied cash.
• Communicate with customers and internal teams to resolve invoice questions, payment issues, and account concerns.
• Maintain organized documentation related to transactions, collections activity, and account adjustments.
• Support routine reporting on aging, payment trends, and collection status for finance stakeholders.