Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half - Lafayette, CO

Full-time

Remote - Lafayette, CO

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Clerk in Lafayette, Colorado, United States. The primary function of this role is to manage and collect outstanding accounts receivables, ensure timely payment from clients, and maintain accurate records. This role is indispensable in the finance team of our company, contributing significantly to the smooth running of our financial operations. The Accounts Receivable Clerk will monitor and manage accounts receivable balances, including aging reports and customer payment trends. This involves performing collections activities, which include contacting customers via phone, email, and letters to secure payment of past-due invoices. The clerk will also be responsible for reconciling customer accounts, researching discrepancies, and resolving payment issues. In addition, the role requires preparing and analyzing aging reports to identify delinquent accounts and prioritize collection efforts. Maintaining detailed and accurate records of all collection activities and customer communications is crucial. The clerk will collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to address and resolve customer disputes and billing issues. Furthermore, the position involves preparing periodic reports on collection status, aging analysis, and key performance indicators, as well as assisting in month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable. The use of Excel to perform data analysis, create reports, and streamline collection processes is also a key aspect of this role. This position allows some work from home, but the candidate must be able to commute to Lafayette, Colorado, 3-4 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage accounts receivable balances, including aging reports and customer payment trends.
• Perform collections activities, including contacting customers via phone, email, and letters to secure payment of past-due invoices.
• Reconcile customer accounts, research discrepancies, and resolve payment issues.
• Prepare and analyze aging reports to identify delinquent accounts and prioritize collection efforts.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all collection activities and customer communications.
• Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to address and resolve customer disputes and billing issues.
• Prepare periodic reports on collection status, aging analysis, and key performance indicators.
• Assist in month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable.
• Utilize Excel to perform data analysis, create reports, and streamline collection processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts receivable and collections.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, PivotTables).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

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