Description Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Clerk. There is a quickly growing accounting team looking for a candidate to join them who is interested in great career growth potential and a great benefits package. Candidates who are able to enter, post and reconcile batches, research and resolve customer A/R issues, prepare aging report, place billing and collection calls, maintain cash receipts journal, update, and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L will be most fit for this position. The strongest candidates for this Accounts Receivable Clerk position will be self-starters with high attention to detail, ready to handle 200+ invoices a week. This is a long-term contract / temporary to hire Accounts Receivable Clerk position and is based in the Providence, Rhode Island area.Key responsibilities
Complete a wide range of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks
Square bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in diverse ledgers
Confirm documents and codes
Process payments and compile segments of monthly closings and annual reports in compliance with GAAP
Contact clients to help resolve payment issues; assist in setting up payment plans
Communicate information, as requested to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department and other stakeholders
Locate delinquent customer accounts through various means, e.g. skip-tracing, phone contact, written correspondence, and make arrangements for payment
Communicate, reinforce, and support the values, culture, and mission of the organization Requirements - Sage Timberline Software experience desired
Expertise in billing
Experience with ERP systems
2+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivable
AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting or related field
Command of Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills
Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
Established analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policy
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) .