Tyler Pipe - Accounts Receivable Clerk

McWane, Inc.•Tyler, TX

1d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Clerk supports the company’s financial operations by processing customer payments, maintaining accurate accounts receivable records, monitoring outstanding balances, and assisting with collections. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent attendance, and the ability to manage a high volume of customer accounts, invoices, and transactions in a fast-paced environment. This is a 100% onsite position in Tyler, Texas, with a schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The position is salary non-exempt and pays $55,000–$60,000 per year. The clerk works closely with customers and Sales, Customer Service, Shipping, and Accounting personnel to support business operations. Responsibilities include applying payments, maintaining account records, reconciling accounts, following up on past-due balances, communicating about payment and billing matters, preparing reports, and supporting closing activities. The role may also assist with credit file maintenance, account setup, process improvements, and other accounting functions. Overtime may be required during month-end close, audit periods, or other business needs. The job description notes that duties are not exhaustive and may change or be supplemented as business needs require. The company expects team members to know and demonstrate The McWane Way principles: Safety, Environment, Leadership, Accountability, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, and Communication.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong data entry skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
Ability to work overtime during month-end close, audit periods, or other business needs when required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Prior Accounts Receivable, accounting, bookkeeping, or customer account management experience.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or a similar ERP/accounting system.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

Process and apply customer payments accurately and promptly, including lockbox, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card payments.
Maintain customer account records and accurately post invoices, credit memos, debit memos, and adjustments.
Monitor and reconcile customer accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve unapplied cash issues.
Review accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on past-due customer balances.
Communicate with customers about payment status, deductions, disputes, and account reconciliation issues.
Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Shipping, and Accounting to resolve billing and payment concerns.
Prepare daily cash reports and assist with month-end closing activities and account reconciliations.
Maintain organized and accurate Accounts Receivable files and records.
Manage a high volume of customer accounts, invoices, cash applications, and collections activities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Assist with customer credit file maintenance, new account setup documentation, and credit reference collection.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Accounts Receivable and Credit functions.
Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed.