• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions
• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment
• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested
• Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Supervisor and other staff
• Collaborates with the Collections Supervisor to reconcile accounts receivable on a regular basis
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger
• Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least two years of related experience required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department
• Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements
• Reconcile accounts in a timely manner
• Daily enter key data of financial transactions in database
• Provide assistance and support to company personnel
• Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
• Inform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas
• Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws
• Constantly update job knowledge
  Skills
• Proven accounting experience, preferably as an Accounts receivable clerk or Accounts payable clerk
• Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures
• Competency in MS Office, databases and accounting software
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers
• Ability to perform filing and record keeping tasks
• Data entry and word processing skills
• Well organized
• High school degree
• Associate’s degree or relevant certification is a plus