Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Ontario, California. This position focuses on maintaining accurate receivables, applying customer payments, and resolving payment discrepancies to support healthy cash flow. You will handle a high volume of freight management. The position will consist of 25% invoicing and customer contact with 75% of freight billing. The role also partners with internal teams on sales tax matters, account follow-up, and other accounting-related projects. If you are interested, please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly.

Responsibilities:

• Record and apply incoming customer payments accurately and in a timely manner to maintain current account activity.

• Review open receivables, track aging trends, and follow up on past-due balances to support collection efforts.

• Investigate short payments, deductions, and discount claims by researching supporting documentation and communicating with customers as needed.

• Prepare and issue invoices, including freight-related billing, while ensuring charges align with customer terms and company records.

• Assist with sales tax administration by maintaining accurate documentation and supporting related accounting tasks.

• Use Excel to analyze account activity, reconcile discrepancies, and prepare reports for the accounting team.

• Coordinate with internal departments and external business partners to resolve billing questions and payment issues efficiently.

• Contribute to assigned special projects and support processes tied to the company’s proprietary accounting system.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting role.
• Hands-on background in commercial collections, cash application, and billing within a business-to-business environment.
• Experience researching deductions, short pays, and other payment variances to reach accurate resolution.
• Working knowledge of sales tax processes and related recordkeeping responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level, including the ability to organize and analyze financial data.
• Prior experience supporting accounts receivable activities in a manufacturing or manufactured products setting.
• Strong attention to detail, sound problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Compensation

$58,240.00-$60,000.00 Yearly

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