AR Clerk

United Radio; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

United Radio is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to process and post payments, prepare daily deposits, and reconcile customer accounts. You will provide customer service, generate monthly statements, and assist with banking tasks and month-end close processes.

The role requires basic accounting education, detail-oriented work, and strong MS Office skills. On-site position with collaborative team support in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; Associates degree in Accounting or Business preferred.
• Experience in banking/financial services or accounts receivable desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office and strong numeric/mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Process and post checks, credit card transactions, wires and other forms of payment.
• Prepare and process daily bank deposits and reconcile customer accounts.
• Provide customer service and resolve inquiries from division staff.
• Generate monthly customer statements and handle front counter cash.
• Assist with morning pickups and weekly bank runs as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities as requested.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Accounting/Business degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SUMMARY

Process all accounts receivable functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Process and post checks, credit card transactions, wires and any other forms of payment.
• Prepare and process daily bank deposits.
• Reconcile customer accounts and provide customer service by handling customer inquiries and resolving questions from other division staff.
• Perform customer account maintenance and reconciliation.
• Responsible for generating monthly statements for customers.
• Answer customer phone calls, re: accounts receivable.
• Research and process any returned customer payments.
• Balance and post front counter cash.
• Assist with morning pickup from the divisions.
• Assist with weekly bank runs as needed.
• Assist with incoming or outgoing mail as necessary.
• Perform other month end and/or year-end duties as requested by the Controller, Accounting Manager and/or AR Lead.
• Promote and adhere to United Radio’s Core Values.
• Comply with United Radio's policies and procedures, and quality systems.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

HS Diploma or equalit e required. Associates degree in Accounting or Business preferred. Related work experience (banking / financial services) is required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong understanding of mathematical concepts related to probability and statistics.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Make suggestions and decisions based on the needs of the division.
• Prioritize duties and responsibilities appropriately.
• Devote the time and energy necessary to solve problems to keep United Radio operating profitably and effectively according to our standards.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee could lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and might lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. United Radio is within OSHA standards. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.This is a non-smoking environment.