ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

Company: PrideStaff
Location: Hattiesburg
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

LOCATION: Hattiesburg, MS

TYPE: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire

PAY RATE: $15-$20/hour DOE

PrideStaff Hattiesburg is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk on behalf of our client in Hattiesburg, MS. In this role, the Accounts Receivable Clerk will perform the following duties:

• 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 (at least bimonthly) basis
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger
• Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
  • At least five years of related experience required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word & Excel) 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
  • Must be willing to submit to a background check & drug screen

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