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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.
$49,406 / year median in New York
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables operations for a property-focused organization in Rye, New York. This position plays a key role in keeping tenant accounts accurate, current, and well documented through timely payment posting, billing support, and account follow-up. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a mix of transactional accounting duties and tenant-facing communication.
Responsibilities:
- Record and post incoming tenant payments received through electronic platforms, bank wires, and lockbox activity while verifying batch details for accuracy.
- Review cash receipts to ensure proper application to tenant accounts and research items that cannot be matched or remain unresolved.
- Compile and maintain supporting paperwork related to security deposit returns to help ensure complete and timely processing.
- Create and send rent adjustment notices and other recurring tenant communications on a monthly basis.
- Manage returned payment activity by updating account records, coordinating necessary corrections, and communicating next steps to tenants.
- Prepare tenant statements, billing updates, and account credits while preserving thorough records of all transactions and adjustments.
- Contribute to period-end receivables close tasks, including reconciliation support and resolution of outstanding account items.
- Contact tenants regarding past-due balances, respond to account questions, and provide supporting documentation when requested.
- Support administrative assignments, special projects, and efficiency initiatives, including the use of AI and automation tools to streamline routine work. Requirements
- Experience performing accounts receivable responsibilities, including payment application, billing support, and account reconciliation.
- Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate professionally regarding outstanding balances.
- Working knowledge of cash application processes and cash receipts management.
- Ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve unapplied or unidentified payments accurately.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
- Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for receivables tracking and reporting.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for tenant correspondence and internal coordination.