Accounts Receivable Clerk

Accounts Receivable Clerk Robert Half - 3.9 Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $21.85 - $25.30 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Accounting systems Microsoft Excel Financial data reconciliation Financial record maintenance Accounting and finance experience Productivity software Full Job Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a customer services organization in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in receivables who can manage payment activity accurately while supporting timely collections and account balancing. The person in this role will help maintain healthy cash flow by handling billing support, posting payments, and resolving discrepancies with close attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

Process incoming payments and apply cash accurately to customer accounts to keep records current and organized. Monitor open balances, follow up with commercial clients on past-due invoices, and support collection efforts effectively. Assist with billing-related activities to help ensure invoices are issued correctly and payment issues are addressed promptly. Reconcile credit card activity, daily cash receipts, and account transactions to confirm financial information is complete and accurate. Review account discrepancies, research payment variances, and work with internal teams to resolve outstanding issues efficiently. Prepare and support check run activities while maintaining proper documentation for audit and tracking purposes. Maintain detailed receivable records and contribute to routine account reconciliations to support month-end accuracy. At least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting support role. Working knowledge of cash applications, billing support, and commercial collections processes. Experience reconciling payments, credit card transactions, and daily cash receipts with a high level of accuracy. Ability to investigate discrepancies, organize financial records, and manage multiple priorities effectively. Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and internal stakeholders. High attention to detail and a dependable approach to handling confidential financial information. 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 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 and Privacy Notice .