Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job DetailsEducation Level: High SchoolPosition: Accounts Receivable Clerk  Reports to: AP/AR Manager   Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt     Overview: The Accounts Receivable Clerk is a full-time, entry level position available Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. This position is based out of our corporate distribution center near Uniontown, Pa. This is a remote position.   Responsibilities:  Contact customer by phone/email to finalize collection of outstanding debts  Maintain professional and friendly relationships with customers while still collecting payments on time and in full  Establish new accounts and credit terms with customers by running credit references and credit applications  Respond to daily account queries and inbound calls and settle customer disputes  Monitor outstanding balance against set credit limit and escalate when the limit is exceeded  Prevent and resolve collections issues by establishing credit terms and limits  Maintaining accurate records and notes  Communicate with order entry and logistics staff with regards to past due clients and account holds  Reconcile customer accounts to ensure that customer’s payments are applied correctly to invoices to avoid/correct discrepancies  Able to handle difficult interactions via phone. Additional responsibilities as assigned by AR/AP Manager  QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:   1-year accounting experience in A/R.   Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.   Shares vision of company goals and mission   Job Requirements:   Must pass pre-employment drug test, random drug screens and follow all company policies and procedures.    Must pass background check