About Us
Monroe Engineering is a global distribution and manufacturing company offering a broad product line across a diverse customer base in numerous markets including aerospace/defense, automotive, medical, renewable energy, construction, manufacturing, and transportation. Our OneMonroe team lives by a simple question, "How can we help?" We grow our customer and vendor relationships through our willingness and ability to address issues and solve problems.
Position Summary
The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for supporting the Lyn-Tron Branch's cash flow and financial operations by accurately processing customer payments, maintaining account records, monitoring outstanding balances, and assisting with collections activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external customers to resolve billing and payment issues.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Process and post customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions.
- Manage Onboarding of new employees and assist in HR requests.
- Maintain Employee’s Personnel File.
- Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due accounts.
- Generate and distribute customer statements and invoices as needed.
- Work directly with customers to resolve billing questions and payment issues.
- Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation.
- Assist with collection efforts while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Research and apply unidentified payments and account credits.
- Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting teams to resolve account discrepancies.
- Support month-end closing processes by preparing AR-related reports and reconciliations.
- Respond promptly to internal and external inquiries regarding customer accounts.
- Assist with audits and special projects as assigned.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years of accounts receivable, accounting, or related experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software.
- Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of accounts receivable processes and accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in data entry and account reconciliation.
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
