Position Summary
The Accounts Receivable Clerk is an entry level position responsible for accurately processing customer payments, posting payments, maintaining customer accounts, and supporting timely collections. This role plays a key part in maintaining healthy cash flow while providing professional and responsive service to Empire Equipment Company’s customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate, review, and distribute customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner
- Post and apply customer payments (checks, ACH, wires, credit cards) to the accounting system
- Reconcile customer accounts and research payment discrepancies or short pays
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collection efforts as needed
- Communicate professionally with customers regarding billing questions and payment status
- Maintain accurate AR records and documentation in accordance with company policies
- Coordinate with sales and operations teams to resolve billing issues
- Support audit requests and internal controls related to accounts receivable
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1–2 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience is a plus
- Experience in equipment, manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Microsoft Excel and accounting software (ERP experience preferred)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Professional demeanor when working with internal teams and external customers
Skills & Competencies
- Accounts receivable and payment application
- Basic accounting principles
- Customer service and collections support
- Time management and organization
- Problem-solving and follow-through
- Confidentiality and professionalism
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
