Accounts Receivable Clerk

Join the Our Talent Network•Lancaster, NY

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day. The Accounts Receivable Clerk's key responsibility is to ensure proper invoicing and collection activities are completed while adhering to all corporate policies and procedures. The Accounts Receivable Clerk is an individual contributor and works within established process and guidelines under the general direction of the Supervisor Accounts Receivable.

Requirements

High School Diploma/ GED and a minimum of two years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail required.
Ability to communicate effectively
Strong interpersonal skills
Aptitude for problem solving
Confidentiality Position has access to highly confidential financial data.

Nice To Haves

SAP (Systems Applications & Products (ERP System) Experience/Knowledge
Intermediate skill with computer systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Responsibilities

Process customer invoices
Maintain customer contact information
Ensure invoices are transmitted to customers electronically, via entry into customer portals or through the mailing of invoices.
Record daily cash receipts
Apply payments to customer accounts
Identify and communicate payment shortfalls for follow up.
Clear approved deductions
Track all unauthorized deductions for follow up.
Maintain Customer Portal access.
Other duties as assigned.