Accounts Receivable/Collections Clerk

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable/Collections Clerk to join our finance team. The ideal candidate would be eager to grow their career in accounting and gain hands-on experience with billing, collections, and customer account management.

To be successful in this role, you will need to independently handle the daily business of one or more areas of the accounts receivable & collections department. You must have a basic understanding of the accounting principles. The functions of this role will require daily payment applications, wire transfers, checks, and credit card payments.

Essential Functions:

• Record and apply customer payments to appropriate accounts.
• Contact customers via phone, email, or mail to secure payments and resolve disputes.
• Monitoring account receivable aging, outstanding balances and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Maintain detailed records of all communications and collection efforts.
• Prepare regular A/R aging report and collections reports for management.
• Send out notices, invoices, statements, files forms and records.
• Performs various other clerical and administrative duties for the finance department.
• Balances cash drawers, cash receipt records, spreadsheets and other records.
• Identifies, investigates and clears up discrepancies.
• Counts cash and prepares deposits.
• Provide excellent customer service while handling inquiries related to invoices and payments.
• Process and review customer applications, verifying financial information and references.
• Work with management to determine credit limits and payment terms.
• Maintain accurate records of credit approvals, denials, and modifications

Qualifications:

• A.A. in Business Administration.
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing work environment a must.
• Computer literate, knowledgeable with Microsoft Office, intermediate level in excel.
• Experienced with the SAP system is a requirement of the job.
• Ability to work independently - as well as in a team environment.
• Able to exercise a level of work flexibility as the position may rotate to another assignment upon request.
• Must be organized, able to prioritize work to meet department deadlines and operational needs.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and co-workers.
• Previous customer service experience is preferred.
• Must have 2 to 4 years' experience in the related field.
• Must be bilingual: English and Spanish.