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Robert Half Accounts Receivable Clerk in New York, New York
Description We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Clerk in New York. This role is integral to the financial operations, working closely with various teams across the company. As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, you will ensure accurate and timely customer billing, manage customer credit limits, and respond to customer inquiries. Your role will also include managing and reconciling accounts receivable and cash.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure accurate and timely billing to customers
• Manage the accounts receivable email inbox and assist customers with their inquiries
• Review accounts receivable aging and engage with customers who have past due payments
• Oversee customer credit limits and manage accounts accordingly
• Handle cash payments and apply them to open invoices
• Collaborate with external collections agencies for accounts deemed uncollectible
• Conduct monthly reconciliations for accounts receivable and cash
• Maintain and update customer records
• Participate in special projects, including optimization initiatives, ERP enhancements, and internal controls
• Assist with ad hoc reconciliations, projects, and audit requests as needed. Requirements • Candidate must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in an Accounts Receivable role.
• Proficiency in Account Reconciliation is required.
• Experience in Accounts Receivable (AR) is necessary.
• Familiarity with Billing processes is a must.
• Ability to handle Cash Applications effectively is expected.
• Experience in Cash Collections is essential.
• Knowledge of Commercial Collections is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary for data management and analysis.
• Experience with Oracle software is beneficial.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks for accounting tasks is appreciated.
• Knowledge in SAP software is a plus.
• Experience with NetSuite for business processes and financial management is highly valued.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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