Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half • Elmira, NY • 1h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Elmira, New York. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to manage critical financial processes, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of customer payments and account management. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills and a strong commitment to resolving billing and payment-related issues.

Responsibilities:

Process customer payments received via checks, wire transfers, and other methods, ensuring accurate application to accounts.

Review and apply payments to invoices while maintaining detailed records.

Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and proactively follow up on overdue balances.

Communicate with customers to address invoice discrepancies and payment concerns.

Investigate and resolve issues related to short payments, chargebacks, and unapplied funds.

Prepare and issue credit memos, customer statements, and other related documentation.

Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to address billing inquiries and discrepancies.

Assist in preparing for audits and generating internal financial reports.

Contribute to special projects and tasks as assigned by management. Requirements - High school diploma required; an associate degree in a related field is preferred.

Proven experience in accounts receivable processes, including cash applications and collections.

Strong familiarity with billing procedures and financial systems.

Ability to analyze and resolve payment discrepancies efficiently.

Excellent communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams.

Proficiency in handling commercial collections and account reconciliations.

Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Experience with financial reporting and audits is a plus.

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.

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