Accounts Receivable Clerk

ITW • Bryan, TX

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About The Position

This role is responsible for various accounts receivable functions, including processing, collections, reconciliation, reporting, and ensuring compliance with company policies. The Accounts Receivable Clerk will play a key part in managing customer invoices, payments, and outstanding balances, while also contributing to month-end closing activities and maintaining accurate financial records.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• 1–3 years of accounts receivable or accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred).
• Experience with ERP systems
• Basic understanding of GAAP principles.
• Strong data entry accuracy.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills
• Time management and prioritization
• Professional communication and cross-collaboration skills
• Problem-solving ability

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Manufacturing environment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Post customer payments (ACH, wire, check, credit card) into accounting system.
• Reconcile daily cash receipts to bank deposits.
• Apply payments to appropriate accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding payment status.
• Investigate and resolve billing disputes in collaboration with Sales and Operations.
• Escalate high-risk accounts to Controller.
• Perform monthly AR sub-ledger reconciliation to general ledger.
• Assist with month-end closing activities.
• Prepare AR aging reports and cash forecasting inputs.
• Maintain documentation for audit purposes.
• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with internal and external audit requirements.
• Protect confidential financial and customer information.
• Support segregation of duties and fraud prevention practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED