Accounts Receivable Clerk

Alpha Baking Company • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

This position is responsible for accurately processing accounts receivable data, collecting and reconciling customer accounts, and maintaining and organizing customer files. The role also provides customer service to customers, brokers, and sales, and communicates problem accounts to the Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in accounts receivable.
• Ability to handle difficult and potentially stressful situations.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Knowledge of accounting functions.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Capability to handle multiple projects.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education in accounting is desired.

Responsibilities

• Apply customer payments in the accounting system in a timely manner to maintain accurate customer accounts.
• Make collection calls and follow up.
• Research and resolve customer account discrepancies.
• Reconcile deductions for short, damaged, pricing, and other customer-related claims.
• Review and maintain the customer aging spreadsheet.
• Maintain and monitor customer credits.
• Provide customer service to customers, brokers, and sales.
• Communicate problem accounts to the Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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