Accounts Receivable/Collections Clerk

Aston Carter • Country Club Hills, IL • 3h ago

Job Title: Accounts Receivable/Collections Clerk

Job Description

The Accounts Receivable/Collections Clerk performs a variety of functions related to billing and transaction processing, recordkeeping, collection of past due invoices, payment application, and organization of tax exemption certificates.

Responsibilities

Print billing invoices daily and mail them to customers.

Upload Avectra revenue into Microsoft GP and process special billing as required.

Review aged trial balance for unpaid balances and make collection calls to follow-up on past due transactions.

Research customer deductions and pursue repayment if deductions are invalid.

Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, resolving account problems.

Maintain complete, accurate, and current account records and collection activities in the financial system.

Review, document, prepare, and process credit memos, debit memos, and return paperwork.

Receive checks/cash, prepare deposit slips, and remotely deposit checks to the bank.

Post payments to appropriate accounts.

Compile, organize, and maintain tax exemption information in both electronic and hard copy formats.

Perform other accounting duties as required.

Essential Skills

Accounts receivable and collections experience

ERP experience

Strong customer service skills via oral and written communication

Team player

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum 5 years of relevant collections experience

Ability to respond effectively to time-sensitive inquiries

Ability to prepare and analyze reports

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Accounting

Data entry

Invoicing

Purchase order

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with three days a week in the office and two days from home, providing flexibility and balance. The office is based Country Club Hills. The role is part of a non-profit organization with significant growth opportunities and great employee benefits. The work hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position is a 3-6 month contract with potential for permanent employment, involving straightforward accounts receivable and collections-focused tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Country Club Hills, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Country Club Hills, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Country Club Hills,IL.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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