Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half - Stone Mountain, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Stone Mountain, GA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are in search of an Accounts Receivable Clerk to become a part of our team in Stone Mountain, Georgia. In this role, you will find yourself working in the industry, handling crucial tasks related to customer credit applications and maintaining customer records. This position offers a short term contract employment opportunity. As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, you will be responsible for accurately generating and distributing invoices while adhering to the company's policies. You will also promptly record and reconcile customer payments, develop and execute collection strategies to reduce overdue accounts, and foster positive relationships with clients by addressing their inquiries and concerns in a timely manner. Additionally, you will create and analyze accounts receivable reports for management, utilize accounting software and Microsoft Excel proficiently for task completion, and leverage your strong knowledge of accounting principles in performing your duties. It is essential to monitor customer accounts and take appropriate actions when necessary, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Accurately generate and distribute invoices, adhering to the company's policies
• Promptly record and reconcile customer payments
• Develop and execute collection strategies to reduce overdue accounts
• Foster positive relationships with clients and address their inquiries and concerns in a timely manner
• Create and analyze accounts receivable reports for management
• Utilize accounting software and Microsoft Excel proficiently for task completion
• Leverage strong knowledge of accounting principles in performing duties
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve them efficiently
• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate actions when necessary
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Proficient in Accounts Receivable (AR) practices and procedures
• Demonstrable experience in Collections
• Familiarity with Commercial Collections is essential
• Capable of handling Chargebacks effectively
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan