Accounting/Account Receivables specialist

$39,520 - $43,680/Yr

Profitbyrpo - Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Kansas City, MO

About the position

We are seeking a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk to provide essential financial, administrative, and clerical services. The role focuses on ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of operations related to accounts receivable, processing incoming payments, and securing revenue through verification and posting of receipts.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivables' data
• Prepare bills, invoices, and bank deposits
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Verify discrepancies and resolve clients' billing issues
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status

Requirements

• Proven working experience as Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Manager, or accountant
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
• Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software (JDE or other full-scale ER software)
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Nice-to-haves

• Accounting experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Benefits

• Contract position
• Pay range of $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 40 per week
• Day shift schedule