A/R Clerk

Shurtape Technologies•Avon, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for all aspects of the Cash Application function including applying customer payments to the appropriate accounts based on the remittance documentation in a timely and accurate manner. The secondary role is to obtain necessary supporting documents for incoming deductions and program claims. They will attach the back-up, code the deductions, and route to the appropriate user. In addition, they will contact customers directly or utilize their portal to obtain the necessary information to perform all tasks.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Finance/Business preferred.
4 years’ experience in Cash Application/Accounts Receivable; basic knowledge of accounting practices and ability to balance large volume of data.
Proficiency in data entry skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
Working knowledge of SAP preferred.
Must be able to prioritize tasks, utilize time efficiently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Highly organized and detail-oriented individual who is self-motivated.
Excellent communication skills - oral and written; ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor at all times.

Responsibilities

Apply lockbox and ACH/Wire payments to correct invoices daily.
Process the nightly Auto Cash feed from the bank.
Post intercompany transfer payments initiated by Corporate Accounting.
Contact customers for remittance information.
Download remittance information and appropriate back-up from customer websites.
Place remittance information in the electronic customer folders.
Scans remittance information into imaging system for document retention.
Balance daily cash posting to the General Ledger and run required reports.
Clear approved deductions to appropriate general ledger account.
Run weekly program to clear any deductions below the company’s tolerance level.
Research, code, and approve deductions in a web-based software solution system.
Contact customers directly or access customer websites to determine reasons behind customer deductions.
Obtain and attach all necessary back-up from the customer supporting the deduction, route accordingly.
Pull shipping documents (POD, packing slip, etc.) from carrier websites and SAP.
Miscellaneous duties and special projects as requested.