Summary/Objective:
The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform primary duties and 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 reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
· Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
· Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic basis.
· Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
· Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
· Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Personal Characteristics:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
· Proficient in Excel.
· 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.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
· Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
· Work confidentially and with discretion.
· Satisfactory work and attendance & punctuality record
· Strong work ethic, accountability, and team mentality
Minimum Requirements:
· High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
· At least two years of related experience required
· Experience in retail/food & beverage industry a plus.
· Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluent (speak, read, write).
Work Environment:
· No or very limited physical effort required.
· No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
· Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Experience level:
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person