Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Specialist, Accounts Receivable is responsible for organizing and managing the accounts receivable functions related to specific program activities and ensuring that all payment receipts are accounted for timely and accurately. This individual will follow up with customers who need to update their payment information and those with past-due accounts.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and send monthly invoicing for all program departments and agencies.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports to identify outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments.
• Utilize effective communication skills to interact with customers, address payment inquiries, and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Determine proper designation for receipt of checks and electronic deposits to make sure that all payments are properly recorded in the appropriate information systems.
• Process manual journal entries into the general ledger accounting system.
• Prepare and analyze general ledger account reconciliations which includes both bank accounts and other accounts.
• Cover duties of other team members within the accounting department.
• Prepare appropriate audit support schedules.
• Assist with other projects as requested.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

This position primarily works in an indoor, office, desk environment. The job involves constant sitting (though standing up as desired is also an option), repetitive motions and hand / eye coordination to operate computer, mouse, keyboard or similar equipment for data entry and related daily work. Also includes frequent talking and hearing to communicate ideas with coworkers.

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly.

The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J operates on these values :