Accounts Receivable Clerk

WINK News; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA

Company-paid life insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k)

Job summary

WINK News in Fort Myers is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support AR activities across radio, TV, and magazine properties. You will handle payments, invoicing, and customer records, while aiding in collections and revenue reconciliations.

The position requires strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Company benefits are offered with full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least two years of related experience in accounting or AR.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with accounting software helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and AR transactions.
• Create invoices and submit them to customers according to policy.
• Maintain and update customer files including changes and mergers.
• Draft past-due correspondence and contact delinquent accounts for payment.
• Produce reports on current AR status as requested.
• Investigate discrepancies with Collections Manager and staff.
• Assist in reconciling AR with Senior Accountant on bi-monthly basis.
• Assist in generating monthly billing statements from the general ledger.
• Support Senior Accountant in monthly revenue reconciliations.
• File, copy, and retrieve AR materials as needed.
• Communicate changes of information to relevant staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

MS Office

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Customer interaction

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor preferred

Tools

Great Plains

WideOrbit

Job description

Fort Myers Broadcasting Company has an immediate opening for an Accounts Receivable Clerk for its Radio, TV and Magazine properties. 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 Senior Accountant to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger
• Assists Senior Accountant 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.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs
• Experience with Great Plains and WideOrbit a plus
• 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.
• The ability to communicate efficiently with people within the company

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

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits

Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
• Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
• PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
• 401(k)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.