Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk to join our accounting team. This position is responsible for managing customer accounts, collecting outstanding balances, posting payments, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records. The ideal candidate is professional, persistent, and comfortable communicating with customers regarding past-due invoices while providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Monitor customer accounts and identify overdue balances.
• Contact customers by phone and email to collect outstanding invoices.
• Record payment commitments and follow up as needed.
• Apply customer payments accurately to accounts.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Research and resolve billing, pricing, and short-payment issues.
• Generate aging reports and assist with credit hold decisions.
• Maintain detailed collection notes and customer communication records.
• Work closely with Sales and Customer Service to resolve account issues.
• Process credit applications and assist with customer account setup.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, statements, and payment status.
• Assist with month-end accounts receivable closing procedures.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Accounts Receivable and/or Collections experience.
• Strong understanding of AR processes and aging reports.
• Excellent phone communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to professionally handle difficult collection conversations.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Health benefits
• Growth opportunities within a growing aerospace and defense supplier

Schedule

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benchmark Connector Corp. is a value-added military connector company. Come join Benchmark Connector's team as we continue on our goal for growth. We are a twenty-five plus year old distributor and manufacturing company growing at a fast pace. We are looking to add people who want to work hard and grow. We are looking for people who bring passion, hard work ethic, great experience and new ideas to the table.

Company Description

Benchmark Connector Corp. is a value-added military connector company. Come join Benchmark Connector's team as we continue on our goal for growth. We are a twenty-five plus year old distributor and manufacturing company growing at a fast pace. We are looking to add people who want to work hard and grow. We are looking for people who bring passion, hard work ethic, great experience and new ideas to the table.