Accounts Receivable Clerk
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support a busy accounting team in the wholesale distribution industry. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment, can manage competing deadlines, and brings strong analytical judgment to day-to-day receivables work. The role will focus on billing accuracy, cash activity, account follow-up, and presenting monthly account and brand updates to leadership.
Responsibilities:• Process customer invoices, post receivable activity, and help maintain accurate account records across a high-volume portfolio.
• Apply incoming payments promptly and reconcile cash transactions to ensure balances are current and properly documented.
• Conduct commercial collections outreach by phone and email to resolve overdue balances and improve aging performance.
• Investigate account discrepancies, review supporting details, and use sound judgment to determine appropriate next steps for resolution.
• Prepare and deliver monthly presentations to leadership summarizing account status, brand performance, and notable receivables trends.
• Use Excel tools such as Pivot Tables to analyze account data, identify patterns, and support reporting needs.
• Partner with internal teams to address billing questions, correct invoice issues, and keep customer accounts in good standing.
• Meet recurring deadlines in a fast-paced setting while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and follow-through in daily work.• Prior experience in accounts receivable with hands-on responsibility for billing, cash applications, and account follow-up.
• Background in commercial collections and the ability to communicate effectively with customers regarding outstanding balances.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including practical experience building and working with Pivot Tables.
• Confidence presenting financial or account-related updates to leadership or other internal stakeholders.
• Solid critical thinking skills with the ability to research discrepancies and recommend effective solutions.
• Comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment with steady transaction volume and changing priorities.
• Strong verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach when speaking with both customers and internal teams.
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