Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support billing, collections, and cash application activities for our team in Blacklick, Ohio. This position plays an important role in keeping customer accounts accurate, following up on outstanding balances, and helping maintain reliable financial records. The ideal candidate is organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable communicating with customers to resolve payment issues efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Manage daily accounts receivable tasks, including invoicing support, payment posting, and account updates.
• Review outstanding balances and aging activity to identify overdue accounts and prioritize collection efforts.
• Contact customers regarding past-due invoices and work collaboratively to secure timely payment.
• Negotiate practical payment arrangements when needed and document all follow-up activity accurately.
• Reconcile customer accounts by researching discrepancies and resolving billing or payment issues.
• Apply incoming cash receipts correctly and ensure payments are matched to the appropriate accounts.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records to support reporting and audit readiness.
• Recommend and support improvements to accounts receivable workflows that strengthen efficiency and accuracy.• Experience handling accounts receivable processes in a detail-oriented business environment.
• Background in commercial collections and customer account follow-up.
• Working knowledge of cash application procedures and payment posting.
• Familiarity with billing functions and account reconciliation activities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Effective communication skills for discussing balances and payment terms with customers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on collection activities consistently.