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Accounts Receivable Clerk
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Robert Half
Dayton, OH (In Person)
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Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a healthcare organization in Dayton, Ohio on a Contract basis. This position focuses on maintaining timely payment activity, supporting accurate billing records, and helping preserve strong cash flow through consistent follow-up and careful account management. The role works closely with internal departments and customers to address payment questions, resolve account issues, and contribute to reliable financial reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Create and distribute customer invoices with accuracy and within established timelines.
- Apply incoming payments from checks, card transactions, cash activity, and electronic transfers to the appropriate accounts.
- Review open receivables regularly and contact customers regarding past-due balances to support timely collection.
- Reconcile account activity within the accounts receivable ledger and confirm that all transactions are properly recorded.
- Research billing concerns, payment variances, and disputed charges, then coordinate resolutions with the appropriate teams.
- Prepare receivables aging information and provide clear status updates to management on outstanding balances.
- Maintain complete and organized customer account files, supporting documentation, and payment records.
- Partner with accounting, customer support, and other internal stakeholders to resolve payment-related issues and assist with month-end activities. Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable, billing, collections, or general accounting.
- Understanding of core accounting practices and accounts receivable workflows.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting or ERP software.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for customer and internal team interactions.
- Ability to investigate discrepancies, solve problems, and follow through on outstanding issues.
- Background in cash application, commercial collections, and billing functions is preferred.