Accounts Receivable Clerk

CFS; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Elkhart, IN seeks an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support daily accounting activities, process payments, and maintain accurate records in a community-based nonprofit setting.

You will post payments, enter data in Excel and accounting software, reconcile ledgers, prepare reports, and assist with billing and AP as needed. Recent grads encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, bookkeeping or related accounting role preferred.
• Accounting coursework or a degree in accounting is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process and post daily payments, including checks, deposits, and electronic transactions.
• Enter payment information into Excel spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Maintain accurate customer account balances and payment records.
• Prepare deposit reports and assist with daily and monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with billing, account adjustments, and payment discrepancies.
• Respond to incoming account inquiries and provide payment information.
• Prepare account statements, financial reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with accounts payable and general accounting duties as needed.
• Support the accounting team with data entry and system updates.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Accounting degree or coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Location: Elkhart, IN | Pay Rate: $37,440–$45,760

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a 1-hour lunch

Position Overview

A community-based nonprofit organization in Elkhart is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to support its growing accounting department. This position will focus on processing payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with daily accounting activities.

This is a great opportunity for someone with accounts receivable, accounts payable, or general bookkeeping experience who enjoys working with numbers and being part of a team. Recent accounting graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and post daily payments, including checks, deposits, and electronic transactions.
• Enter payment information into Excel spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Maintain accurate customer account balances and payment records.
• Prepare deposit reports and assist with daily and monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with billing, account adjustments, and payment discrepancies.
• Respond to incoming account inquiries and provide payment information.
• Prepare account statements, financial reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with accounts payable and general accounting duties as needed.
• Support the accounting team with data entry and system updates.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or a related accounting role preferred.
• Accounting coursework or a degree in accounting is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong data entry skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Dependable, hardworking, and willing to learn new processes.

What Makes This Opportunity Great?

• Annual Salary: $37,440–$45,760
• Consistent daytime schedule with no weekends.
• Training provided on internal accounting systems.
• Opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit accounting.
• Supportive team environment with an individual office workspace.
• Potential for long-term employment.

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