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Robert Half Purchasing/Inventory Clerk in Merrillville, Indiana
Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing/Inventory Clerk in Merrillville, Indiana, United States. In this role, you will be handling various responsibilities spanning from account reconciliation to invoice processing, with a focus on maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of our financial records.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the accounts receivable and payable, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and on time.
• Assist in setting up new accounts, providing a seamless experience for our customers.
• Generate comprehensive reports to aid in financial analysis and decision making.
• Engage in collections activities, working to manage and recover outstanding payments.
• Handle invoicing tasks, ensuring all charges are accurate and sent out in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with vendors, fostering strong relationships and ensuring smooth transactions.
• Address account discrepancies, conducting thorough investigations and finding solutions.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to manage data and create detailed financial reports.
• If applicable, use SAP software to streamline financial operations.
• Perform data entry tasks, maintaining the accuracy and organization of our financial records. Requirements • Proficiency in account reconciliation, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are promptly addressed.
• Experience in handling accounts payable (AP), including the processing and verification of invoices, and arranging payment for vendors.
• Familiarity with managing accounts receivable (AR), including the issuance of invoices, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Capability in carrying out billing tasks, including the creation of invoices and credit memos, updating customer files, and resolving any billing issues.
• Strong data entry skills, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in entering and updating information in the company database.
• Proficiency in invoice processing, including the review, validation, and processing of invoices for payment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, and other functions to organize and analyze data.
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