Accounts Receivable Clerk Job at Robert Half (Elyria)

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Elyria

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support key billing and receivables activities for a service-focused organization in Elyria, Ohio. This Contract to Hire position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling invoicing, applying payments accurately, and following up on outstanding commercial accounts. The person in this role will help strengthen the receivables process by improving account accuracy, resolving unapplied cash, and maintaining steady communication with customers regarding past-due balances.

Job Responsibility:

Prepare and issue customer invoices each day, ensuring billing records are accurate and completed on schedule
Post incoming payments to the appropriate customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash to clear aged items
Oversee a portfolio of accounts receivable balances and take action to reduce overdue amounts through consistent follow-up
Conduct commercial collections outreach with customers to resolve delinquent invoices and support timely payment
Review account aging reports regularly and prioritize collection efforts based on risk and payment status
Support credit-related activities by reviewing business information, helping establish credit thresholds, and assisting with credit approval decisions
Record and reconcile cash deposits while maintaining accurate documentation for all payment activity
Help address backlog items and perform account cleanup work to restore accuracy and keep receivables operations on track

Requirements:

3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, cash application, and commercial collections
Hands-on experience using NetSuite in an accounting or finance environment with strong attention to detail
Strong Excel skills with the ability to organize data, review account details, and track receivables activity
Working knowledge of aging analysis, customer follow-up practices, and account reconciliation
Experience managing credit and collections tasks within a fast-paced business setting
Ability to communicate clearly with customers regarding invoices, balances, and payment resolution
High attention to detail and accuracy when processing invoices, payments, and account updates

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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