Accounts Receivable Clerk Position Available In Hamblen, Tennessee

Accounts Receivable Clerk Lakeway Publishers 1609 West 1st North Street, Morristown, TN 37814

Job Summary:

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Create invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
• Create reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
• Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts.
• Collaborate with the Controller to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
• Generate monthly billing statements.
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• At least two years of related experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a times.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 – $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends

Experience:

Accounting:

2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

TN, USA Morristown 37814 (Required)

Work Location:

In person