Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are offering an opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This role involves maintaining and processing financial transactions, supporting our accounts receivable department, and ensuring our accounting operations run smoothly and efficiently. Responsibilities: Accurately process daily control sheets for accounts payable, receivables, and cash. Prepare and manage daily cash deposits and update accounts receivable ledger by customer in our business system. Handle daily banking transactions and process weekly fund transfers. Facilitate customer inquiries related to invoice payment and process daily credit card transactions and deposits. Research and process customer claims of invoice payment, charge backs, returns, and bad checks. Issue receivable freight invoices and credit memos as required. Manage accounts receivable phone inquiries and follow up promptly. Process invoices through customer Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) websites. Run D& B on new credit applicants, set up new customer accounts, and grant extension of credit. Balance month-end general ledgers accounts and reconcile general ledger accounts. Confer with customer by telephone to determine the reason for overdue payment. Receive payments and post the amount paid to customer account. Assist with related special projects, as required.For immediate consideration please apply directly to job posting or call 610-882-1600Requirements Proficiency in Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) operations. Demonstrated skills in managing and processing cash deposits. Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in completing tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. Experience with accounting software is a plus. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .