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AR - Collections Specialist

Opti Staffing Group, Portland, OR, United States


Position:

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Company:

Restoration/Construction Company

Location:

Northeast Portland

Pay:

$23-$26 an hour

Purpose of position To provide financial and administrative support by performing routine accounting practices to process accounts receivable. Ensuring efficient, timely, and accurate invoicing, and payment of accounts, that positively impact cash flow. Resolving discrepancies according to established policies and procedures in a timely and accurate manner.

Scope if responsibility Responsible for a range of general staff accounting tasks but will be primarily responsible for all accounting work associated with processing accounts receivable. This role also serves as an auditor, ensuring that invoices are accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed to account for the receipt of payment for services rendered.

What you will do

Accurately prepare invoices and customer statements, and send invoices as directed by estimator

Resolve authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries

Post customer payment by recording cash, check, and credit card transactions to appropriate customer account, make copies of checks, complete deposit slips, make bank deposits and update spreadsheets.

Contact customers by phone, mail, or email regarding past due accounts.

Communicate with co-workers and customers on billing and payment issues in a professional manner

Must-Haves

Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements, and strong analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Office and Sage, including the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs

At least 3 years of accounts receivable experience, or a combination of education and experience

Ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records

High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Pass a criminal background check and drug test

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