Accounts Receivable Clerk
Robert Half Accountemps
Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Clerk in the Wholesale Distribution industry, located in BENICIA, California. As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, you will be handling all aspects of client management, including maintaining accurate customer records, processing customer credit applications, and resolving customer inquiries.
Responsibilities:
• Address customer questions and concerns in a detail oriented and prompt manner
• Efficiently process customer credit applications
• Keep accounts up-to-date and within the credit line by making courteous collections calls
• Resolve disputes by researching accounts and communicating with customers
• Handle in and out-bound correspondence related to account management
• Assist with cash application postings as required
• Maintain accurate records of customer credit information
• Follow up on NSF checks and send appropriate letters within a day of charge-back
• Retire accounts to collection agency in a timely manner after sending final demand/attorney letters to accounts overdue by 90 days. Requirements • Proven experience in the Wholesale Distribution industry.
• Prior experience as an Accounts Receivable Clerk or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Customer Service, able to handle clients effectively and professionally.
• Excellent data entry skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Experience in Commercial Collections, with the ability to manage and track payments.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Receivable (AR), with capabilities to maintain and monitor account records.
• Ability to work with financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in Finance or Business Administration will be considered a plus.
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