Accounts Receivable Clerk

American Fence Company•La Vista, NE

41d•Onsite

About The Position

American Fence Company is one of the largest fence contractors in the country, with multiple divisions operating throughout seven states across the Midwest. We're looking for a full-time Accounts Receivable Clerk to join us at our corporate headquarters in La Vista, NE. The clerk is responsible for the receipt and accounting of funds paid to the organization. This role also serves as an auditor, ensuring invoices are accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed to account for the receipt of payment for goods and services completed by the organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree in accounting preferred.
Five years of experience applying payments, collecting on past due bills, and processing credit memos.
High-level organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review reports on a weekly basis, including aging and receivables report.
Maintain customer contact each week and record information on weekly call log.
Coordinate and process collection letters on commercial and residential accounts.
Files legal documents, prepare materials for legal proceedings, and maintain correspondence with officers of the court and attorneys.
Request information for bonds and lien releases from engineers and owner representatives.
Accurately record and deposit funds received relative to account.
Rectify all credit card transactions to monthly bank statements.
Audit invoices issues for wholesale, residential, and commercial billings.
Maintain list of outstanding invoices on calendar and follow up per standard procedure.
Research and process and credit applications.
Research and process all branch credit memos.