AR Clerk

We are looking for an AR Clerk to join a small, collaborative accounting team in Corvallis, Oregon. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity for someone who can step in quickly, support high-volume receivables activity, and help restore timely processing across daily financial tasks. The role is fully onsite and is well suited to a dependable team member who works accurately, stays organized, and communicates effectively in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Reconcile daily university-related charges and ensure account activity is recorded accurately and on time.
• Prepare and issue tenant invoices for commercial properties while maintaining organized billing records.
• Monitor outstanding balances, follow up on receivables, and help drive timely collection of funds.
• Count and verify cash receipts from multiple registers, including significantly higher volumes during event days.
• Post store sales into the accounting system and produce summary reports for management review.
• Investigate discrepancies between locations and coordinate with internal contacts to resolve variances promptly.
• Support accounts receivable catch-up efforts by prioritizing overdue items and maintaining steady workflow accuracy.
• Use established procedures and reference materials to complete tasks independently with limited day-to-day oversight.
• Prior experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting support position.
• Ability to manage invoice volume that can range from a handful per day to heavy peak-period activity.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in reconciliation, posting, and cash handling.
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a small office setting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with cash handling and financial recordkeeping in a business environment.
• Familiarity with Sage MAS 500 or Sage 500 is preferred, but training can be provided.
• Reliable attendance and a detail-oriented, team-oriented attitude are essential for success in this role.