Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Portland, Oregon. This long-term contract to hire position involves a dynamic mix of managing the full accounts receivable process and providing light reception support. If you excel at multitasking, staying organized, and building positive relationships with customers, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to our operations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide reception desk coverage for the first 30 minutes of each day and during lunch or break periods as needed.

• Oversee the complete accounts receivable cycle, ensuring all processes are handled efficiently.

• Accurately record and post 500–1,000 customer payments per month, including checks, credit cards, and cash.

• Prepare and submit bank deposits while maintaining attention to detail.

• Issue monthly customer account statements and ensure timely communication.

• Conduct business-to-business collections for credit accounts, dedicating approximately 3–4 hours per week to this task.

• Address customer inquiries regarding accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.

• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate any payment or transaction inconsistencies.

• Apply payments to the general ledger with precision and accuracy.

• Proven experience in accounts receivable processes, including payment posting and reconciliation.
• Strong skills in cash applications and handling financial transactions.
• Familiarity with commercial collections and credit account management.
• Ability to manage billing functions efficiently and with attention to detail.
• Experience in handling cash activity and preparing bank deposits.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and resolving account issues.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and general ledger systems.