Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half • Vernon, CA • 2h ago

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support billing, collections, and receivables activities for a temp to hire opportunity. This role focuses on producing accurate customer invoices, monitoring open balances, and ensuring documentation is complete and compliant with contract requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid follow-through, and the ability to work closely with project teams to keep billing and payment processes on track.

Responsibilities:

Generate customer invoices by reviewing billing details, contract terms, approved changes, and project progress to ensure accurate charges are issued on time.

Monitor outstanding receivables, communicate with customers regarding overdue balances, and drive timely resolution of payment issues with strong attention to detail.

Support commercial collection efforts by following up on unpaid accounts and maintaining clear records of outreach, commitments, and account status.

Prepare and submit lien waivers, notices, and related compliance paperwork required for customer billing and payment processing.

Review agreements for billing schedules, retainage terms, and other contractual requirements to confirm invoices align with project obligations.

Reconcile aging reports, investigate account variances, and correct discrepancies affecting receivable balances or payment application.

Partner with project managers to clarify billing progress, job cost questions, and customer-specific invoicing concerns.

Post customer payments accurately, maintain complete account documentation, and assist with month-end receivables reporting and audit support.

Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting support function.

Hands-on experience with commercial collections and customer follow-up on outstanding invoices.

Working knowledge of cash application processes and maintaining accurate payment records.

Ability to manage billing functions with close attention to deadlines, detail, and contract requirements.

Experience reviewing aging reports, identifying discrepancies, and supporting account reconciliation activities.

Strong communication skills for coordinating with customers and internal stakeholders on billing and payment matters.

Proficiency in maintaining organized documentation for reporting, compliance, and audit review.

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 works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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.

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