Accounting Clerk

Job Title: Temporary Accounting Clerk (Receivables)

Department: Corporate

Reports to: Controller

Status: Non-Exempt; Full-Time (Temporary)

Date: 4/17/26

Summary

CMI is seeking a Temporary Accounting Clerk to support accounts receivable functions on a short-term basis. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate customer accounts, processing incoming payments, and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding balances. The position requires strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage a high volume of transactional work with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Apply all customer payments, including checks, credit cards, ACH, wire transfers, and cash
• Prepare and process daily bank deposits
• Monitor daily bank activity and verify deposits are accurately posted
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies and customer account issues
• Respond to customer inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account balances
• Send copies of invoices and account documentation to customers as requested
• Prepare and distribute monthly customer statements across all branches (QuickBooks)
• Maintain accurate and organized customer account records
• Assist with creation and setup of new customer accounts following approval processes
• Merge and maintain receivable accounts as needed
• Post journal entries as assigned
• Maintain digital and physical accounting files
• Run credit reports for individuals and businesses as needed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Organization and time management
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Professional communication with internal teams and customers
• Ethical conduct and confidentiality
  
  
  

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years of accounts receivable or accounting experience preferred
• Prior experience in a high-volume transactional environment is a plus
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

This is primarily a sedentary role requiring the use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, etc.). Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs may be required.

Physical Requirements

This is largely a sedentary role, requiring use of typical office equipment such as a computer, laptop and cell phone. Most work is completed in an office environment. The employee will be required to stand, walk, bend and will occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

Employee signature Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Occasional Saturday
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.