Accounts Receivable Clerk I

Description:

The main function of an accounts receivable clerk is to compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. A typical accounts receivable clerk is responsible for a wide range of technology and can work in areas closely related to computers.

Job duties: reconciling accounts and collecting, researching, creating reports if necessary

Job Responsibilities:

• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.

• Calculate, prepare, and issue bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.

• Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

- Must haves: billing & collecting experience, familiar with one or more of the listed portals- CoreGo, Koupa, ServiceChannel, Pilot, and/or Ariba, upper-intermediate or expert experience with Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, etc.), comfortable with being client-facing, able to escalate issues, good research skills, good attention to detail.

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.

• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting.

• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related accounting software.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in accounting or related financial discipline preferred.

• 0-2 years financial and/or accounting experience required.