Accounts Receivable

Description We are currently hiring a talented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our exceptional team on a contract-to-permanent basis. With a vibrant company culture and abundant opportunities for career advancement, this position offers an exhilarating path for detail oriented growth.Position Summary: As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, you will play a vital role in our finance department, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of customer invoices, payments, and collections. Your meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and expertise in full cycle accounts receivable processing will be instrumental in maintaining our company's financial integrity and customer relationships.Responsibilities: Efficiently and accurately process customer invoices, ensuring they are generated in a timely manner and are properly recorded in the system. Post cash receipts and apply payments to customer accounts, ensuring accuracy and reconciling any discrepancies. Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments promptly. Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to resolve any billing or payment discrepancies or disputes. Prepare and send regular customer statements, as well as dunning letters for past-due accounts. Conduct credit evaluations of new and existing customers, establish credit limits, and monitor credit terms. Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and reporting. Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts receivable records, ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements. Contribute to process improvement initiatives, streamlining accounts receivable procedures, and enhancing efficiency.Requirements Qualifications: Minimum of 1 yearr of experience in full cycle accounts receivable processing. Strong knowledge of accounts receivable best practices, procedures, and relevant accounting principles. Proficiency in using major ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.) is highly recommended. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically to resolve issues and improve processes. Solid understanding of credit evaluation and collections processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred but not required.Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2023 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .