Accounts Receivable Clerk

Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a food processing organization in Effingham, South Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate receivables activity, supporting collections efforts, and working across departments to keep customer accounts current. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting support experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process accounts receivable activities to help ensure customer invoices, payments, and account balances are handled accurately and on schedule.
• Work closely with the Credit and Collections Manager to review new customer credit documentation and support account setup activities.
• Communicate with customers regarding expected payments, account statements, and outstanding balances in a clear and courteous manner.
• Coordinate with the sales team to research aged deductions and confirm whether chargebacks or discrepancies are valid.
• Use customer-facing portals to track, document, and retrieve information related to deductions and payment issues.
• Investigate deduction items, prepare supporting documentation, and submit claims when appropriate to help resolve open balances.
• Review discount-related adjustments and cash application details to confirm they are legitimate and recorded correctly.
• Assist with electronic transaction monitoring, invoice-related processing, and data support tied to accounting system activities, including work connected to the Oracle transition.
• Contribute to special assignments and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen accounts receivable processes and team efficiency.