Accounts Receivable Clerk LY

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera Talent is seeking an organized Accounts Receivable Clerk to support daily AR activities and maintain accurate customer and financial records. Responsibilities include invoicing, payment processing, and account reconciliation, while ensuring timely and precise data entry.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, and experience with accounting software in a remote environment. Collaboration with Finance, Sales, and Service teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a similar role.
• Experience processing invoices, customer payments, and account adjustments.
• Experience maintaining customer account records and financial documentation.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP systems, or spreadsheets.
• Basic understanding of account reconciliation and collections processes.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow established financial procedures.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Enter and update customer payments in accounting systems.
• Apply payments to the correct customer accounts and invoices.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, balances, and payment due dates.
• Assist with accounts receivable reconciliations and account reviews.
• Review customer accounts for accuracy, discrepancies, and missing information.
• Investigate and resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts receivable records and documentation.
• Prepare aging reports, payment summaries, and other accounts receivable reports.
• Assist with collections and follow up on overdue accounts when required.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Finance, Sales, and Customer Service teams to resolve account issues.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support audits by gathering and organizing accounts receivable documentation.
• Ensure transactions are processed according to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling customer and financial information.
• Identify and communicate recurring issues that may affect billing or payment processes.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Invoicing

Payment processing

Excel

Google Sheets

Accounting software

Data entry

Account reconciliation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable Accounts Receivable Clerk to support daily accounts receivable activities and maintain accurate customer and financial records. The ideal candidate will assist with invoicing, payment processing, account reconciliation, and customer account maintenance while ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Enter and update customer payments in accounting systems.
• Apply payments to the correct customer accounts and invoices.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, balances, and payment due dates.
• Assist with accounts receivable reconciliations and account reviews.
• Review customer accounts for accuracy, discrepancies, and missing information.
• Investigate and resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts receivable records and documentation.
• Prepare aging reports, payment summaries, and other accounts receivable reports.
• Assist with collections and follow up on overdue accounts when required.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Finance, Sales, and Customer Service teams to resolve account issues.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support audits by gathering and organizing accounts receivable documentation.
• Ensure transactions are processed according to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling customer and financial information.
• Identify and communicate recurring issues that may affect billing or payment processes.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge of accounts receivable, invoicing, and payment processing.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP systems, or financial platforms.
• Strong numerical and data entry skills.
• Ability to perform basic account reconciliations.
• Strong problem-solving and discrepancy-resolution abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts, invoices, and deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal teams.
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented approach to work.

Requirements

• Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a similar role.
• Experience processing invoices, customer payments, and account adjustments.
• Experience maintaining customer account records and financial documentation.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP systems, or spreadsheets.
• Basic understanding of account reconciliation and collections processes.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow established financial procedures.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
• Professional, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented attitude.
• English proficiency is required if the position involves working with English-speaking customers, vendors, or teams.