Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join an engineering company in Wayne, New Jersey. This fully onsite opportunity offers a flexible Monday through Friday schedule and is a Long-term Contract position with the potential to extend based on business needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounts receivable experience, sound judgment in handling customer account issues, and the ability to work closely with internal teams to keep payment activity accurate and up to date.

Responsibilities:

- Apply incoming payments accurately and record cash activity in a timely manner across customer accounts.

- Handle multiple forms of payment, including wires, checks, deposits, and credit adjustments, while maintaining clear supporting documentation.

- Prepare recurring aging summaries, monitor overdue receivables, and raise unresolved past-due balances to management for review.

- Conduct collection outreach with customers to secure payment and follow through on open balances until resolution.

- Investigate payment variances, billing questions, and deduction issues, then coordinate corrective action to close discrepancies.

- Request backup documents from customers and perform basic research to clarify payment status and account concerns.

- Set up new customer profiles and maintain complete, accurate account records within the company's ERP environment.

- Respond to customer requests for invoice copies, account details, and other receivables-related support.

- Support month-end close activities tied to accounts receivable and partner with accounting and sales teams to address collection matters. Requirements - Proven experience in accounts receivable, including commercial collections and cash application work.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.

- High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when managing financial records.

- Working knowledge of ERP or accounting systems used for receivables tracking and account maintenance.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for reporting and account analysis.

- Ability to research payment issues, resolve discrepancies, and manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Experience with Great Plains is preferred, though not required.

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