Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk to support a busy operation in Cincinnati, Ohio. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate payment records, following up on outstanding balances, and ensuring cash activity is properly reconciled. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting discipline, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee collection efforts by reviewing aging reports, prioritizing past-due accounts, and following up with customers to secure timely payment.
• Record incoming payments accurately, apply cash to the correct customer accounts, and resolve discrepancies related to remittance activity.
• Reconcile bank deposit activity and prepare or post Comdata wire transactions while helping safeguard company funds.
• Investigate billing, payment, and credit concerns by working directly with customers and coordinating with internal teams to reach resolution.
• Prepare and distribute customer account statements on a recurring basis or in response to specific requests.
• Maintain organized records of receivable activity, account status updates, and collection actions to support audit-ready documentation.
• Consolidate daily payment reporting from multiple branch locations and reconcile submitted cash and customer receipt information.
• Provide regular updates on accounts receivable performance and collection progress for leadership review meetings.
• Assist the broader accounting team with related administrative and financial tasks as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional relevant experience in accounts receivable or collections may be considered.
• At least five years of experience in receivables, collections, or a closely related accounting function.
• Minimum of two years of experience working in a business system with customer payment processing capabilities.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced working ability in Excel.
• Experience using accounting software and related financial processing tools.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills with the ability to handle competing deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach to customer and internal interactions.