Accounts Receivable Officer

Job Responsibilities:

1. Processing, verifying, and posting receipts for goods sold or services rendered.
2. Researching and resolving account discrepancies.
3. Processing and recording transactions.
4. Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses.
5. Obtaining information from other departments to ensure records are accurate and complete and that accounts receivable ledgers and journals are up to date.
6. Working with the collections department to review accounts, client payments, credit history, and develop new or better repayment terms.
7. Performing administrative and clerical tasks such as data entry, preparing invoices, sending bill reminders, filing paperwork, and contacting clients to discuss their accounts.
8. Generating reports and statements for internal use.
9. Engaging in ongoing educational opportunities to update job knowledge.

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
2. At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
3. Strong math, typing, and computer skills, especially with bookkeeping software.
4. Excellent communication, research, problem-solving, and time management skills.
5. High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
6. Attention to detail.
7. Ability to build relationships with clients and internal departments.