Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half • Elmira, NY • 1d ago

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day payment processing and account reconciliation activities for a growing organization in Elmira, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, solid communication skills, and hands-on experience managing receivables in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate customer account records, address payment-related questions, and contribute to timely collections and reporting.

Responsibilities:

Record and post customer remittances received through checks, organizational payment channels, and wire transactions with a high degree of accuracy.

Match incoming funds to the appropriate customer balances and open invoices to keep account records current and reliable.

Review receivables aging data regularly and reach out on overdue balances to support prompt collection of outstanding payments.

Work directly with customers to clarify billing questions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payment concerns professionally.

Analyze short-paid invoices, chargebacks, and unapplied cash items, then take appropriate steps to reconcile outstanding issues.

Prepare credit adjustments and customer account statements when needed to support accurate billing and account maintenance.

Partner with sales and customer-facing teams to address account concerns and ensure billing matters are resolved efficiently.

Provide support for audit requests, reporting needs, and additional finance-related assignments as directed by management. Requirements - High school diploma required; an associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

Prior experience in accounts receivable, cash application, billing, or commercial collections.

Working knowledge of posting payments, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Ability to review aging reports and follow up effectively on past-due customer balances.

Strong problem-solving skills with experience researching payment variances, deductions, or unapplied transactions.

Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and internal business partners.

Proficiency with standard business software and spreadsheet tools, with strong attention to detail and organization.

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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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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