Accounts Receivable Clerk

Safety Technology International, Inc. (STI); Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Team-building events

Job summary

Safety Technology International, Inc. (STI) in Waterford, MI is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support invoicing and collections. You will process payments, manage customer files, and collaborate with sales to ensure timely invoicing.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, effective communication, and a proactive approach to resolving payment issues. A strong foundation in AR and basic accounting is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Accounting degree preferred.
• At least two years of related AR experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and AR transactions.
• Process customer invoices on a regular and timely basis and interface with customers.
• Interface with sales to support invoicing and collection processes.
• Maintain and update customer files, including changes and mergers.
• Contact clients to settle payment issues and establish payment plans.

Skills

Customer communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Believe Fire & Safety is important? So do we.

Our team is growing fast. We’d love your help in making Safety Technology International, Inc. truly special. Come join our problem solving team!

Position: Accounts Receivable Clerk

Location: Waterford, MI

Job Id: 284

# of Openings: 1

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable
• Process customer invoices on a regular and timely basis, as well as interface with customers as needed
• Interface with sales department to support the invoicing and collection process
• Maintain and update customer files, including name or address changes, mergers,etc.
• Contact clients to settle payment issues and establish payment plans as required
• Facilitate the customer credit application process
• Draft correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections. Prepareagingreports toidentifydelinquent accounts to contact for payment
• Perform month-end closing procedures, including recording journalentriesand preparing account reconciliations
• Reconcile monthly banking transactions
• Coordinate communication with Operations Managers and Sales Managersregardingreturns, shortpaysandcustomer chargebacks
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately,in accordance withcompany policy and accepted accounting practices
• Meet deadlines and work within the requiredtime frames
• Manage the accounts receivable email box and ensuretimelycorrespondence
• Relay changes of information toappropriate employees
• Prepare ad hoc analysis and projects as requested

Skills/Abilities

• Ability toanticipatework needs and interact professionally with customers
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A highdegree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Self-starter, fast learner, detail and deadline-oriented
• Strong analytical andproblem-solvingskills, time managementskillsand the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Willingness toestablishand maintain effective working relationships

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 required.

This job description is not intended to beall-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties asrequiredto meet the needs of the company and its customers.

Who We Are

STI’s story began over four decades ago in a home basement. We now operate from multiple buildings in Waterford, Michigan, have an office located in Worcestershire, England, and are recognized as a global leader in helping to prevent false fire alarms, theft and vandalism to important devices worldwide.

We care about the people we work with.

Family owned and operated, STI believes in treating their employees like family. Personal attention is paid to each team member and the company strives to make the work environment fun, collaborative and inspirational. We believe in what we do, and we believe in our colleagues to help us achieve our goals. STI offers a full benefits package and regularly participates in teambuilding events.

Benefits Available

STI offers a full benefits package and regularly participates in teambuilding events.