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Lads-N-Lasses Academy/Wee Care Day Care and Learning Centre
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.
$44,227 / year median in Ohio
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic team as an Accounts Receivable Clerk, where you'll play a vital role in managing the company's revenue cycle by ensuring accurate and timely processing of receivables. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge accounting systems, develop your expertise in financial concepts, and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help streamline billing processes, improve client communication, and support our commitment to operational excellence. Responsibilities Manage accounts receivable processes including invoicing, collections, and account reconciliation to ensure accurate recording of revenue. Utilize accounting software Pro Care to enter data, generate reports, and perform detailed Excel data analysis. Conduct regular account analysis and review aging reports to identify overdue accounts and initiate collection efforts through professional client communication and negotiation. Maintain compliance with financial regulations and standard. Collaborate with other departments to resolve discrepancies, process journal entries, and ensure smooth revenue cycle management. Perform data entry with high accuracy using 10-key typing skills and double entry bookkeeping methods. Support month-end closing activities by preparing account summaries, reconciling accounts receivable balances, and analyzing account activity using Excel formulas. Qualifications Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on accounts receivable management or collections account management. Strong knowledge of accounting systems. Familiarity with accounting principles including GAAP, Debits & Credits, journal entries, and technical accounting concepts. Excellent skills in Excel data analysis, spreadsheets creation, formulas application, and account analysis. Experience with billing software, customer service skills for client communication, negotiation abilities for collections efforts, and phone etiquette for professional interactions. Ability to perform detailed data entry tasks accurately while maintaining high productivity levels. Strong organizational skills combined with a proactive attitude towards problem-solving within the financial environment. Join us in this energetic role where your expertise will directly impact our organization's success! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values your growth in technical accounting skills while emphasizing clear communication and customer service excellence.