Accounts Receivable

Company Profile: 

National Wire is a family-owned and operated welded wire manufacture business since 1995 and continues to constantly grow its product lines and customer service. We are the largest single locality of welded wire manufacturer in the southern United States of America. We strive to meet our customers’ needs by exceeding every expectation of every aspect of quality and service. Our priority is always continuous customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on high standards of operation and service excellence through technical innovations and improved processes based on ASTM standards. 

 Job Summary: 

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.  

 Duties/Responsibilities: 

• 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 and analyzes aging reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.  
• Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Accounting Supervisor and other staff.   
• Collaborates with the Accounting Supervisor to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.  
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger. 
• Assists Accounting Supervisor in reconciling revenue accounts each month. 
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed. 
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees. 
• Elaborates and maintains credit risk and credit limits set up for new and existing customers
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Required Skills/Abilities:  

• 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.  

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.  
• At least two years of related experience required. 

 Physical Requirements:  

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.