Accounts Receivable

Company: Robert Half Accountemps
Location: Ames
Posted on: March 25, 2020

Job Description:

DescriptionA self-starting, detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk (A/R) might be interested in this job opening. This is a long-term temporary-to-full-time Accounts Receivable Clerk position and is based in the Des Moines, Iowa area. The Accounts Receivable Clerk will be entering, posting, and reconciling batches, as well as researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging report, placing billing and collection calls, maintaining cash receipts journal, updating, and reconciling sub-ledger to G/L. This position is for candidates who are looking for career growth potential, and who are capable of processing 200+ invoices per week.What you get to do every single day

• Process payments and compile segments of annual reports and monthly closings in compliance with GAAP
• Help resolve payment issues by contacting clients, assist in setting up payment plans
• Pinpoint delinquent customer accounts through various means, including skip-tracing, phone contact, written correspondence, and make arrangements for payment
• Present information, as requested to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department and other stakeholders
• Test documents and codes
• Execute a number of foundational accounting tasks in agreement with normal procedures, including general accounting tasks
• Square bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in diverse ledgers
• Communicate, reinforce, and support the values, culture, and mission of the organizationPlease send resumes directly to samantha.horton@accountemps.com!Requirements
  • Proven knowledge of financial reconciliation
  • Well-founded grasp of month end closings
  • Command of Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Foundational knowledge in commercial collections
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Strong familiarity with credit collections
  • Account reconciliation experience highly desired
  • General proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel preferred
  • Knowledgeable of ERP systems
  • Proven analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policy
  • Detailed and have the ability work independently
  • AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting or related field
  • 1+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivablePlease send resumes directly to samantha.horton@accountemps.com!Accountemps, a Robert Half Company, matches highly skilled professionals with accounting finance jobs on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. From accounting clerks and bookeepers to accounts payable and staff accountants, we provide you with access to exciting career opportunities. Our personalized approach, innovative matching technology and global network with local market expertise help you find the legal opportunities that match your skills and priorities fast. By working with us, you have access to challenging opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and training to enhance your skill sets. From philanthropy to environmental stewardship to employee programs, Robert Half is proud to have an active role in the communities in which we live and work. Our company has appeared on FORTUNEs Most Admired Companies list every year since 1998. Download our mobile app to take your job search on the go! Contact your local Accountemps office at 888.490.3195 or visit www.roberthalf.com/jobs/accountemps to apply for this job now or find out more about other job opportunities. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteransBy clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 / HourlyLocation: Ames, IADate Posted: March 20, 2020Employment Type: TemporaryJob Reference: 01500-9502526340Staffing Area: Temporary Accounting u0026 Finance

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