Accounts Receivable Clerk

Role Overview

We are looking for a meticulous and dependable Accounts Receivable Clerk to help manage daily receivable operations and maintain precise financial and client records. The role involves supporting accurate invoice preparation, payment processing, reconciliation, and customer account upkeep, ensuring transactions are timely and accurate.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and issue customer invoices promptly and with accuracy.
• Input and maintain customer payment records within accounting software.
• Allocate payments correctly to corresponding customer accounts and invoices.
• Track outstanding payments, invoice balances, and payment due timelines.
• Help perform account reconciliations and conduct thorough account reviews.
• Examine customer accounts for accuracy and resolve discrepancies or missing information.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to billing and payments.
• Answer customer queries concerning invoices, payments, and account statuses.
• Keep accounts receivable documents and records well-organized and accurate.
• Prepare reports such as aging summaries and payment breakdowns for accounts receivable.
• Support collection efforts and follow up on late payments as needed.
• Collaborate with departments including Accounting, Finance, Sales, and Customer Service to address account issues.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing procedures.
• Provide necessary documents and support for audits involving accounts receivable.
• Ensure transaction processing complies with company policies and standards.
• Handle sensitive financial and customer data confidentially.
• Identify recurring operational issues and communicate suggestions for improvement in billing or payment processes.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Fundamental understanding of accounts receivable functions including invoicing and payment workflows.
• Keen attention to detail with strong accuracy focus.
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP platforms, or financial systems.
• Strong numerical proficiency and accurate data entry skills.
• Aptitude for account reconciliation and resolving discrepancies.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and follow-through.
• Able to juggle multiple accounts, invoicing tasks, and deadlines efficiently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when managing financial information.
• Works well independently as well as collaboratively with internal teams.
• Dependable, organized, and detail-conscious work style.

Candidate Requirements

• Prior experience in accounts receivable, billing, bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or related positions.
• Handled invoice processing, payment posting, and account adjustments previously.
• Maintained customer account records and relevant financial documentation.
• Proficient in accounting software, ERP platforms, or spreadsheet-based workflows.
• Basic understanding of reconciliations and collections.
• Strong computer literacy and digital skills.
• Able to handle large transaction volumes competently without sacrificing accuracy.
• Meets financial deadlines and follows financial control procedures carefully.
• Professional communication abilities with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Self-starter able to perform effectively in a remote work environment.
• Reliable internet connection and appropriate home office setup for remote duties.
• English language proficiency required for interaction with English-speaking colleagues or clients.

Additional Information

By applying to this position, candidates will be issued a Simera Professional Key (SPK) — a unique identifier designed to enhance employer connections and improve job matching opportunities.