Description A self-starting, detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk (A/R) might be interested in this job opening. This is a long-term contract / temporary Accounts Receivable Clerk position and is based in the Watertown, Wisconsin area. Robert Half is partnering with a growing Manufacturing company who is seeking an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Clerk to join the accounting team. Entering, posting, and reconciling batches, researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging report, placing billing and collection calls, maintaining cash receipts journal, updating, and reconciling sub-ledger to G/L will be among the Accounts Receivable Clerk's duties. This is a great match for a candidate looking for career growth potential, and who is capable of processing 200+ invoices per week.

What you get to do every single day

Settle bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in a variety of ledgers

Locate delinquent customer accounts through various means, e.g. skip-tracing, phone contact, written correspondence, and make arrangements for payment

Represent and exude the values, culture, and mission of the organization

Offer information to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department and other stakeholders

Contact clients to help resolve payment issues; assist in setting up payment plans

Execute a range of foundational accounting tasks in agreement with normal procedures, including general accounting tasks

Process payments and compile segments of annual reports and monthly closings in compliance with GAAP

Corroborate documents and codes Requirements - Deep understanding of Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR)

Code Invoices experience

2+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivable

AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting or related field desired

Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement

Skilled with ERP systems

Strong analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policy

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