Accounts Receivable Associate

PARISHABLES FOOD SERVICE INC; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PARISHABLES FOOD SERVICE INC in Austell, GA is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to ensure timely payment for goods and services. The role handles payments, invoicing, file maintenance, and basic reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include handling delinquent accounts, preparing statements, reconciling revenue, and supporting the Collections Manager. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
• Maintains and updates customer files with changes in name/address or mergers.
• Drafts correspondence for past-due accounts and collections; contacts delinquent accountholders.
• Generates reports on current status of customer accounts.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

10-key calculator

Job description

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients. Duties/

Responsibilities

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.


• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.


• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.


• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.


• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.


• Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.


• Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.


• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.


• Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.


• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.


• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.


• Performs other related duties as assigned. Supervisory

Responsibilities

• None.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.


• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.


• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Education and

Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.


• At least two years of related experience required. Physical

Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.