Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support a busy finance team in The Woodlands, Texas within the food and food processing industry. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage a high volume of receivables activity, keep records accurate, and maintain steady communication with customers and internal stakeholders. The role will focus on billing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation while helping organize and resolve outstanding items efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Process incoming payments, apply cash accurately, and update customer accounts to maintain current and reliable records.
• Review aging reports regularly, follow up on overdue balances, and drive timely collection of commercial accounts.
• Prepare and issue invoices while addressing billing questions and resolving discrepancies with customers and internal teams.
• Research credits, deductions, and account adjustments to ensure transactions are properly documented and reflected in the system.
• Work within customer portals and company accounting platforms to monitor account activity and support daily receivables operations.
• Prioritize competing tasks in a high-volume environment, including initial cleanup of open items and aged balances.
• Reconcile account details, investigate variances, and escalate complex issues when needed to support prompt resolution.
• Maintain organized documentation of collection efforts, payment activity, and account updates for reporting and audit readiness.• High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional education in accounting, finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, cash collections, or commercial collections.
• Working knowledge of AR aging, cash application, billing activity, credits, and account adjustments.
• Experience using customer payment portals and accounting or enterprise systems in a business setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software used for receivables processing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to stay organized and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and collaborate with leadership when necessary.
• Comfortable with technology and able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.