Accounts Receivable Clerk

Classification: Non-Exempt Job Summary The Accounts Receivable Clerk reports to the Office Manager and is responsible for the collection and maintenance of all charge accounts according to company policy. The candidate should have excellent communication skills to resolve A/R issues appropriately and effectively. Essential Functions Process customer payments according to company policy. Follow the branch collection strategy in monitoring customer accounts for non‑payment, skipped invoices, and partial payments. Provide regular communication to management regarding the status of account collections. Organize a recovery system and initiate collection efforts. Complete monthly and quarterly closing statement processes and create reports. Communicate with customers via phone, e‑mail, mail, or in‑person to make payment arrangements on delinquent accounts. Perform reference checks of all credit applications and report findings to management. Investigate and resolve customer inquiries on time. Submit accounts to management for bad debt write‑offs. Fax or e‑mail invoices to customers for payment. Perform other tasks as required. Additional Functions May perform some of the other general office functions. Qualifications Proficient with MS Office, with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheets summarizing aging/past‑due accounts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, especially in telephone skills. Proven excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment. Great organizational and multi‑tasking skills; detail oriented. Show successful experience in the ability to enthusiastically press into action collection efforts. Demonstrate a good understanding of general business operating procedures and be proficient in data entry. Typical Physical Activity Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, driving, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, reading, speaking, hearing, and lifting up to 30 lbs. Typical Environmental Conditions Vehicles on public roads, inside general offices, customer locations, and areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, Service Center, or depot. Travel Requirements: None Benefits 401 K Plan with Company Match Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement. For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer Alsco Uniforms provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Thank you for your interest in joining Alsco Uniforms. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and drug screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alsco