Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half • Melville, NY • 2h ago

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables activity for an business in Melville, New York. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who can manage billing, apply cash accurately, and follow up on outstanding commercial accounts with professionalism. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound understanding of debits and credits, and confidence working with financial data in Excel.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and issue customer invoices while verifying accuracy and completeness of billing information.

Post incoming payments promptly and apply cash receipts to the correct customer accounts.

Monitor aging reports and follow up with commercial clients to collect outstanding balances in a timely manner.

Research account discrepancies and resolve issues related to short payments, unapplied cash, or billing differences.

Record debit and credit activity accurately to maintain reliable accounts receivable balances.

Reconcile customer accounts and support month-end review by ensuring receivable records are current.

Maintain organized documentation for invoices, payment activity, and collection efforts.

Use Excel to track account status, analyze receivable activity, and prepare routine reporting as needed

Requirements - Experience working in accounts receivable, including billing, payment posting, and account reconciliation.

Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate professionally regarding past-due balances.

Working knowledge of cash applications and cash collection procedures.

Clear understanding of debits and credits within an accounting environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, reviewing, and organizing financial information.

Automotive industry experience is preferred.

Strong accuracy, organization, and follow-through when managing multiple accounts and deadlines.

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