Accounts Receivable Clerk

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Pico Rivera, CA is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support the accounting team onsite. The role focuses on applying customer payments, reconciling accounts, and monitoring aging in a high-volume environment.

Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in AR or related areas, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables), and experience with ERP systems. Collaboration with Sales and Customer Service is essential for timely billing and issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or Collections experience.
• Strong understanding of customer account reconciliations and aging reports.
• Proficient in Excel, including Pivot Tables; experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply daily customer payments received through checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit cards.
• Review and reconcile customer accounts to ensure payments are posted accurately.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and contact customers regarding overdue invoices.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, short payments, and unapplied cash.
• Prepare account adjustments, credit memos, and other AR-related transactions.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting to resolve billing and customer account issues.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries regarding invoices, account balances, and payment activity.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, account reconciliations, and AR reporting.
• Maintain organized documentation and ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Cash Applications

Collections

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Location: Pico Rivera, CA (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pay: $21-24/hour

Position Overview

A growing manufacturing and distribution company is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the accounting team. This role is responsible for maintaining customer accounts, applying incoming payments, following up on outstanding balances, and ensuring accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a high-volume environment while providing excellent internal and external customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply daily customer payments received through checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit cards.
• Review and reconcile customer accounts to ensure payments are posted accurately.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and contact customers regarding overdue invoices.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, short payments, and unapplied cash.
• Prepare account adjustments, credit memos, and other AR-related transactions.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting to resolve billing and customer account issues.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries regarding invoices, account balances, and payment activity.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, account reconciliations, and AR reporting.
• Maintain organized documentation and ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and assist with other accounting projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or Collections experience.
• Strong understanding of customer account reconciliations and aging reports.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and Pivot Tables.
• Experience working with an ERP accounting system.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or wholesale environment is preferred.

Pay Details: $21.00 to $24.00 per hour

Search managed by: Allison Lau

• Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan.
• Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.
• In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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