• Accounts Receivable Clerk

    Robert Half Accountemps (Coralville, IA)


    Description

    Launch Your Career in Accounts Receivable!

     

    We're seeking detail-oriented professionals to join our team in a dynamic Accounts Receivable role. This exciting project offers the opportunity to sharpen your skills, contribute to a fast-paced environment, and make an impact in key financial processes. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

    Position Summary

    This role is responsible for processing payments, tracking and resolving outstanding payment issues, generating weekly aging reports, performing general accounting tasks, and assisting with various ad-hoc projects.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Process payments using cash application systems and post payment batches in financial systems

    + Review and release sales orders impacted by credit holds

    + Handle customer credit card transactions

    + Access customer portals to submit invoices and retrieve payment details

    + Analyze aging reports to initiate collection efforts with customers

    + Make daily collection calls and record activities (e.g., calls/emails) in tracking systems

    + Investigate and resolve accounts receivable issues through account research and customer communication

    + Assess credit information to establish appropriate credit limits and terms for new accounts

    + Maintain accurate and thorough files and documentation aligned with company policies and generally accepted accounting practices

    + Assist with special projects as needed

    Requirements

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills

    + Organizational and time management abilities

    + Detail-oriented with a professional attitude and dependable work ethic

    + Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities

    + Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment that emphasizes accuracy and timeliness

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general typing skills, including 10-key data entry

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Prior experience in accounts receivable is preferred

    + Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, familiarity with basic accounting principles, and proficiency in data analysis and issue resolution

     

    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.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    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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