Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables activity for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Pleasanton, California. This position is fully onsite and offers the chance to contribute to a busy accounting environment by ensuring invoices, incoming payments, and customer account activity are handled accurately and on time. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in accounts receivable operations, commercial collections, and cash application work, along with a detail-oriented approach to resolving payment issues. This assignment is expected to run approximately 3 to 4 months and will begin with weekday training hours before moving into the regular schedule as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Process customer invoices, apply incoming payments, and maintain accurate accounts receivable records across assigned accounts.
• Follow up with commercial clients regarding outstanding balances and work to secure timely payment while preserving positive business relationships.
• Reconcile customer accounts by reviewing payment activity, identifying discrepancies, and addressing billing or posting issues promptly.
• Perform cash application tasks by matching receipts to open invoices and ensuring transactions are recorded correctly in the system.
• Support billing operations by preparing account documentation, reviewing charges for accuracy, and assisting with invoice-related questions.
• Monitor aging reports and prioritize collection efforts based on past-due status, account history, and payment patterns.
• Assist with data migration-related receivables activities by validating account information and helping maintain clean financial records during the assignment. Requirements
• Prior experience in accounts receivable within a detail-oriented business environment.
• Hands-on background in commercial collections and managing past-due customer accounts.
• Proficiency in cash application and payment posting with strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of billing processes, invoice review, and account reconciliation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal teams regarding payment status and account issues.
• Comfortable working onsite Monday through Friday.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

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