Clerk Accounts Receivable

LED FastStart•Holden, LA

12d

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Clerk processes invoices and customer payments for Ferrara/KME, a manufacturer of fire trucks and emergency response vehicles and part of Terex Corporation. The role includes handling daily deposits, invoicing, customer credits, account monitoring, collections, discrepancy resolution, reporting, month-end close support, and audit documentation. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 60-minute lunch.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
A minimum of 1–3 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience.
Knowledge of accounts receivable.
Knowledge of general accounting procedures.
Knowledge of relevant accounting software.
Proficiency in data entry and management.
Computer literacy.
Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, and Word.
Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical computations at the level required for successful job performance.
Ability to organize and prioritize.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Good judgment.
Communication skills.
Information management skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Teamwork attitude.
Ability to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

College accounting courses are beneficial.
Working knowledge of Great Plains is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Enter daily deposits, including cash, credit card, checks, ACH, and wire payments.
Research payment discrepancies.
Prepare and process stock, non-stock, and truck billing invoices.
Research and resolve customer invoice discrepancies and issues.
Process customer credits.
Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
Collect on past-due invoices.
Correspond with customers and respond to inquiries.
Create and maintain customer files.
Produce monthly reports.
Assist with month-end closing.
Provide supporting documentation for audits.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with day-to-day contacts.
Meet the assigned department’s minimum safety standards.
Meet the assigned department’s minimum housekeeping standards.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.