We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a team in Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong customer service instincts with solid financial operations experience, particularly in invoicing and payment follow-up. The person in this role will help keep receivables current by coordinating billing activity, applying incoming funds accurately, and communicating professionally with customers regarding outstanding balances.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and complete customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner to support efficient billing operations.
- Follow up with commercial clients on open balances and manage collection efforts with professionalism and consistency.
- Record and apply incoming payments to the appropriate customer accounts while maintaining accurate financial records.
- Review receivable aging and take action to resolve overdue accounts to improve cash flow.
- Respond to customer questions related to invoices, payment status, and account activity with a service-oriented approach.
- Reconcile account discrepancies by researching payment details, billing issues, and related documentation.
- Maintain organized records of billing, collections, and cash application activity for reporting and audit support.
The salary range for this position is $20 to $22. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster
- Experience working in accounts receivable, including invoicing, payment posting, and account follow-up.
- Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate firmly and professionally.
- Working knowledge of cash applications and the accurate allocation of customer payments.
- Familiarity with billing processes and account reconciliation practices.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to handle account inquiries effectively.
- High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in financial transactions.
- Proficiency with common accounting systems and standard office software.