Accounts Receivable Clerk

UNC Dairy; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to ensure accurate invoicing, record daily cash receipts, and apply payments in a timely, controlled manner.

The role requires maintaining customer data and communicating payment shortfalls while adhering to corporate policies under the direction of the Supervisor Accounts Receivable. The position is office-based in Lancaster, NY, with responsibilities spanning electronic invoicing, customer portal transactions, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED and a minimum of two years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prefer SAP (Systems Applications & Products (ERP System) Experience/Knowledge)
• Intermediate skill with computer systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for problem solving

Responsibilities

• Process customer invoices
• Maintain customer contact information
• Ensure invoices are transmitted to customers electronically, via entry into customer portals or through the mailing of invoices.
• Record daily cash receipts
• Apply payments to customer accounts
• Identify and communicate payment shortfalls for follow up.
• Clear approved deductions
• Track all unauthorized deductions for follow up.
• Maintain Customer Portal access.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

368 Pleasant View Dr, Lancaster, NY 14086, USA

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.

The Accounts Receivable Clerk's key responsibility is to ensure proper invoicing and collection activities are completed while adhering to all corporate policies and procedures. The Accounts Receivable Clerk is an individual contributor and works within established process and guidelines under the general direction of the Supervisor Accounts Receivable.

Responsibilities

• Process customer invoices
• Maintain customer contact information
• Ensure invoices are transmitted to customers electronically, via entry into customer portals or through the mailing of invoices.
• Record daily cash receipts
• Apply payments to customer accounts
• Identify and communicate payment shortfalls for follow up.
• Clear approved deductions
• Track all unauthorized deductions for follow up.
• Maintain Customer Portal access.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Education Required

• High School Diploma/ GED and a minimum of two years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prefer SAP (Systems Applications & Products (ERP System) Experience/Knowledge)
• Intermediate skill with computer systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for problem solving

Confidentiality

• Position has access to highly confidential financial data.

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will work in an office setting and the incumbent is required to have the ability to operate standard office equipment (Computer, calculator, copier, fax machine, phone).

Pay:

$18.00-$23.00 per hour

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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