Accounts Receivable Clerk

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk for a 5-month contract in Washington, DC. The role focuses on invoicing, payment application, aging analysis, and supporting month-end close.

The ideal candidate will have AR accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to handle billing inquiries and maintain accurate records during the contract period.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts receivable or accounting role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Generate and send invoices to clients accurately and on time.
• Apply payments and reconcile customer accounts.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Assist in month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding billing and payments.
• Maintain detailed and accurate financial records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

Independent worker

Deadline oriented

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Staffmax is helping our client hire an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk for a 5-month contract. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about accounting, this is a great opportunity to contribute to a growing finance team.

Contract length: 5 months

Location: Washington, DC

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and send invoices to clients accurately and on time
• Apply payments and reconcile customer accounts
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts
• Assist in month-end closing and financial reporting
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding billing and payments
• Maintain detailed and accurate financial records

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an accounts receivable or accounting role
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with numbers and is comfortable handling sensitive financial data.

Staffmax will be your trusted partner throughout the hiring process and your time on contract.