Jr. Accounts Receivable Clerk

Davita Inc.; Florence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an entry-level Accounts Receivable Clerk to support administrative functions within the team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in the accounts receivable profession with a supportive environment and competitive compensation. Ideal candidates need a high school diploma and possess basic data entry and Excel skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, some college accounting courses helpful.
• Eager to learn accounts receivable processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clerical tasks like data entry.
• Assist department manager with A/R functions and follow up on accounts.

Skills

Data entry

Basic Excel skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Some college level accounting classes

Job description

We are seeking an entry level Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our busy office. This opportunity to join our amazing team may be just what you are looking for if this position describes you!

Cream-O-Land Dairies is a third-generation family owned and operated business. For more than 76 years we have been delivering farm fresh products to the finest grocery stores, supermarkets, schools and colleges throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, Florida, and the Bahamas. Perhaps most exciting is that we continue to grow!

At Cream-O-Land we know that it is our loyal employees that enable us to uphold our high standards of service to our customers. Therefore, our goal is to be an employer of choice by providing a culture of mutual respect, courtesy, teamwork, updated equipment and work spaces, and opportunity for development and growth. We proudly offer our full-time staff a highly competitive hourly rates along with a comprehensive benefit package that includes a variety of choices for medical, dental, and vision plans designed to meet individual needs. In addition, we offer life insurance, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform administrative and clerical tasks such as data entry, copy, file and retrieve information as needed
• Assist the department manager and assistant manager with diverse A/R functions; assist in researching payments and discrepancies, follow up on delinquent accounts
• Works closely with department leadership and co-workers to learn broad aspects of Accounts Receivable team functions
• Trained as back-up to assist in absences and heavy work periods
• Assists in creating reports and statements
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, some college level accounting classes helpful
• No prior experience required; eager to learn accounts receivable profession starting at entry level activities
• Data entry skills
• Basic Excel skills
• Comfortable using various office equipment and computer software such as excel, 10 key,
• Strong attention for detail

Physical Activities:

• Dexterity: Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Communication: The ability to communicate, orally and in written form to exchange information, with others internal and external to the organization
• Hearing: Regularly understand the speech of another person
• Vision: Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work primarily involves sitting/standing
• Frequently required to bend to maintain files
• Occasionally lift 5-10 pounds

Mental Demands:

• Attention: Required to focus for extended periods of time, assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Interact with Others: Develop and maintain relationships with co-workers and customers
• Perform Assigned Tasks: Maintain fast-paced, adapt to changing work priorities and schedules
• An ability to work independently
• Comfortable performing mathematical calculations; Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings
• Ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced ever-changing work environment
• Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction

Environmental Conditions:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected

We are proud to be an equal opportunity, drug-free employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or age.