Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Baltimore, Maryland on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on accurate billing, invoice processing, and receivables support while partnering with project teams and accounting staff to keep customer accounts current. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a high-volume environment, preparing detailed reports, and helping resolve billing issues quickly and professionally.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring billing records are complete and up to date.
• Review supporting job documentation such as purchase orders, contract details, and related records before finalizing invoices.
• Work closely with project managers and internal stakeholders to clarify billing details, resolve discrepancies, and support smooth invoicing cycles.
• Generate recurring and ad hoc reports to track billing activity, account status, and outstanding balances.
• Process account adjustments, customer credits, and invoice corrections while maintaining proper documentation.
• Assist with commercial collections efforts by following up on overdue accounts and helping accelerate payment resolution.
• Apply customer payments, including credit card transactions and other cash receipts, to the appropriate accounts.
• Monitor invoice submissions and customer account activity through portals or internal systems, and support special accounting assignments as needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting support role.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong attention to detail with solid numerical, analytical, and data entry skills.
• Experience supporting collections, cash applications, and general billing functions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and accounting software systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams and customers.
• Well-developed organization, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Associate degree in Accounting preferred; additional billing experience in an industrial or service-based setting is a plus.

Compensation

$21.85-$25.30 Hourly

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