Accounts Receivable Accountant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday and vacation pay

Medical benefits

401K

Safety incentives

TrainingScholarship opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our Sedalia, Missouri office. The role focuses on accurate AR documentation, cash posting, and daily reconciliation while supporting accounts payable as needed.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong Excel skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Ability to handle confidential financial and customer information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and maintain documentation related to accounts receivable.
• Drive collection efforts on outstanding accounts and assist with analyzing customer account risk.
• Post customer payments to accounts receivable accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process and maintain records for miscellaneous funds received.
• Maintain and properly record petty cash funds, including preparing petty cash reports as needed throughout the month and at month-end.
• Manage daily deposits, including lockbox funds, ACH transactions, and wire transactions.
• Verify, record, and prepare bank deposits.
• Initiate wire payments to vendors as needed.
• Prepare daily cash reports and accurately record daily accounts receivable activity related to miscellaneous cash.
• Maintain organized and accurate documentation files related to accounts receivable.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding account balances, payments, and other accounts receivable matters.
• Assist with account research and resolution of payment discrepancies as needed.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable functions.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Outlook

Word

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Record keeping

Discretion

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accounts Receivable Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and maintain documentation related to accounts receivable.
• Drive collection efforts on outstanding accounts and assist with analyzing customer account risk.
• Post customer payments to accounts receivable accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process and maintain records for miscellaneous funds received.
• Maintain and properly record petty cash funds, including preparing petty cash reports as needed throughout the month and at month-end.
• Manage daily deposits, including lockbox funds, ACH transactions, and wire transactions.
• Verify, record, and prepare bank deposits.
• Initiate wire payments to vendors as needed.
• Prepare daily cash reports and accurately record daily accounts receivable activity related to miscellaneous cash.
• Maintain organized and accurate documentation files related to accounts receivable.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding account balances, payments, and other accounts receivable matters.
• Assist with account research and resolution of payment discrepancies as needed.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable functions.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently while managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Ability to handle confidential financial and customer information with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.

Compensation

Pay will be based on experience and qualifications.

Other ways to apply:

• Call us at 660-851-2323
• Visit us at 1313 W 16th St. Ste 100, Sedalia, Mo 65301

Benefits of working with Express:

• Holiday and vacation pay
• Medical benefits
• 401K
• Safety incentives
• TrainingScholarship opportunities

About us:

Express works with job seekers to help find the right job for their skills and experience. As one of the leading staffing companies in North America, State, and Location Name, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career. Whether you are ready for a full-time position, looking for part-time work, or want a more flexible schedule, Express has a wide range of jobs available including:

• Administrative
• Light Industrial
• Skilled Trades
• Professional positions

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or genetic information.