• Accounts Receivable Clerk

    Robert Half Accountemps (Altamont, NY)


    Description

    We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our clients finance team in Altamont, New York. This temporary to hire position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to the management of client accounts.

    Responsibilities:

    • Process and manage charges, payments, deposits, and checks for client accounts.

    • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts to ensure accurate financial records.

    • Prepare and distribute monthly accounts receivable reconciliations to program managers.

    • Maintain accurate records of billing and cash applications in computerized accounting systems.

    • Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and efficient collection of outstanding payments.

    • Perform account reconciliations to verify transactions and balances.

    • Generate reports and provide insights into accounts receivable activities.

    • Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP to manage financial data effectively.

     

    Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate's degree in Accounting is preferred.

     

    • Experience in not-for-profit accounting is highly desirable.

    • Proficiency in computerized accounting systems is essential.

    • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

    • Familiarity with financial tools such as Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP.

    • Ability to handle billing, cash applications, and collections with precision.

    • Excellent problem-solving skills to address account discrepancies.

    • Effective communication skills to interact with program managers and team members.

     

    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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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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