Cash Applications Clerk

Urgent Hiring: Highly Skilled Cash Applications Clerk Needed Immediately

Are you looking for a fun and dynamic workplace where your attention to detail and organizational skills are truly valued? Do you thrive in a motivated environment where accuracy and teamwork are key to success?

Join our enthusiastic Finance & Accounting team as a talented Cash Applications Clerk! This full-time, on-site role offers you the chance to develop your expertise in accounts receivable and cash application processes while working with a loving and supportive team. You'll gain valuable skills in payment processing, reconciliation, and financial reporting, all while contributing to the smooth operation of our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Post customer payments received via check, ACH, wire transfer, and credit card accurately to the correct accounts and invoices.
• Research and resolve unapplied or misapplied payments in collaboration with AR and Collections teams.
• Process daily bank deposits and reconcile cash receipts to bank activity promptly.
• Manage a high volume of payment transactions with consistent precision and attention to detail.
• Prepare and distribute daily cash application reports to finance and collections teams.
• Support month-end close by ensuring all cash receipts are properly recorded and reconciled.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation for all cash application activities.
• Identify recurring issues and suggest process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong data entry skills with high speed and accuracy.
• Ability to handle repetitive transactions while maintaining focus and precision.
• Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, or general accounting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Experience with Winteam or similar accounting platforms.
• Background in multi-entity or high-volume billing environments.
• Familiarity with lockbox processing, electronic remittance, and bank reconciliation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

Location: IL - Alsip

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional eager to grow your career in a supportive and enthusiastic environment, apply now to join our team as a Cash Applications Clerk!

THE PALAMERICAN DIFFERENCE
With our depth of knowledge, our focus on innovation and our never-ending desire for self-improvement, PalAmerican is your best choice when looking for a dedicated security partner committed to exceeding your highest expectations.
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Our mission is to provide our clients with the finest security services and products that enable them to run their operations with minimal effort, backed up with a strong commitment to our people. PalAmerican seeks to create and maintain an environment where every employee is rewarded according to their contribution and well supported by our company training.

Pay: $45000.00 - $60250.00 / year

Job Type: fulltime

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site