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Robert Half

Accounts Receivable Clerk

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What they do

An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$50,497 / year median in California

-16% projected decline

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Job Description

Description Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to support their accounting team. This position will be responsible for accurately processing customer payments, maintaining accounts receivable records, assisting with collections, and resolving account discrepancies. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable communicating with customers and internal teams. Key Responsibilities

+ Process and post customer payments accurately and timely

+ Maintain customer accounts and ensure transactions are properly recorded

+ Prepare and send customer invoices and statements

+ Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past-due balances

+ Assist with collection efforts and communicate with customers regarding account balances

+ Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies

+ Reconcile customer accounts and identify unapplied or misapplied payments

+ Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly accounts receivable reports

+ Assist with month-end closing activities and account reconciliations

+ Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical records

+ Respond to customer and internal inquiries regarding billing and account activity

+ Support the accounting team with additional duties and special projects as needed Requirements + 1+ year of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related accounting experience preferred

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy

+ Comfortable working with numbers and reconciling account information

+ Basic understanding of accounting principles

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software

+ Strong communication and customer service skills

+ Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines

+ High school diploma or equivalent required; accounting coursework or degree is a plus 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance