Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs in Missouri

Accounts Receivable Clerk supports the day-to-day operational activities of an accounts receivable department. Creates and distributes invoices to customers. Being an Accounts Receivable Clerk records, verifies, and posts payments received by the organization and ensures transactions are recorded in accordance with internal accounting policies. Maintains and reconciles accounts receivable ledger to ensure accurate and timely receipt of payments. Additionally, Accounts Receivable Clerk responds to customer inquiries and assists with the research of any discrepancies regarding bills. May utilize accounting software and systems to manage invoices and payments. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Accounts Receivable Clerk works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Accounts Receivable Clerk typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Account receivable specialist
  • Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Riverside, MO FULL_TIME
  • Title

    Accounts Receivable Specialist

    About the Organization Cogent is a growing, midwest company that provides creative and innovative fluid processing solutions.

    Our companies include Automatic Engineering, BRI, Fluid Equipment, Lee Mathews, Industrial Measurement and Control, iME Solutions, Vanco, Vandevanter Engineering, Velocity and Water Technology Group.

    Cogent companies are committed to providing compelling, pertinent and logical solutions while serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil & Gas markets.

    Our people make the difference. Our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. We are an employee owned business where more than 220 employee owners expect their teammates to work hard, be creative, and get engaged and together we build our future and share in the outcome!

    Description

    Are you looking for a great company with great people? If a position where you can directly impact the success of an organization and share in that success as an Employee Owner sounds like a refreshing opportunity, then check us out.

    Together we build our future!

    Our corporate office located in Riverside, MO is currently seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist. This positionwill be responsible for collections of outstanding accounts receivable dollars from the existing client base as well as performing general accounting tasks necessary to maintain financial records and processes.

    Approximately fifty percent of this position will be spent on collections and fifty percent on general accounting duties.

    These tasks include but are not limited to :

    • Assuring timely collection of open account balances by monitoring AR and managing / prioritizing account portfolio
    • Professionally making outbound collection calls while keeping and improving customer relations
    • Researching customer issues and ensuring timely response
    • Identifying issues attributed to account delinquency and discussing them with management
    • Providing timely follow-up on payment arrangements
    • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date customer records
    • Maintaining current tax documents through the Avalara portal
    • Assisting in the completion of the month-end and year-end close
    • Managing timely and accurate preparation of monthly analysis and reconciliation of all assigned balance sheet accounts
    • Maintaining customer portals
    • Processing new customer credit applications in a timely manner
    • Protecting operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.

    Position Accounts Receivable Specialist Position Requirements

    This position requires the following education and experience :

    • 2-3 years experience in collections and / or accounting
    • Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is a plus

    Qualified candidates should have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities :

    • Knowledge of accounts receivable and generally accepted accounting principles
    • Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
    • Knowledge of MS Office with strong Excel skills
    • Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Ability to organize, prioritize, and plan work while simultaneously managing several projects and meeting deadlines
    • Strong attention to detail
    • The ability to produce accurate reports while working in a fast-paced, changing environment
    • Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

    What we value :

    • Bright, entrepreneurial, and industrious individuals looking to apply themselves creatively
    • Individuals who are comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and driving change
    • Energetic teammates looking for more than just a job to pay the bills
    • Passionate individuals who naturally do more than is asked

    Who we are :

    Cogent is a growing, Midwest company that provides creative and innovative fluid processing solutions. We are committed to serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil & Gas markets.

    Our companies include Automatic Engineering, BRI, Fluid Equipment, Lee Mathews, Industrial Measurement and Control, iME Solutions, Vanco, Vandevanter Engineering, Velocity and Water Technology Group.

    Our people make the difference, our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. Together, our employee-owners help build healthy and prosperous communities through creatively engineered solutions for our customers.

    What we offer above and beyond competitive pay :

    • 401(k) with matching
    • Profit-Sharing Plan
    • Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
    • Generous PTO and Holidays
    • And much more!

    We value a great attitude and hard work and in return provide competitive wages, employee ownership , benefits, training, and career growth opportunities.

    To begin a rewarding career with Cogent, apply today at cogentcompanies.com / careers /

    EOE Statement Cogent, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

    Exempt / Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Location Kansas City (Cogent) Category Accounting / Finance Division Cogent, Inc.

    This position is currently accepting applications.

    Last updated : 2024-02-25

  • 1 Month Ago

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Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Robert Half
  • St. Louis, MO FULL_TIME
  • Accounts Receivable Clerk A growing commercial real estate company has an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Receivable (A/R) detail oriented. In this position, you will enter, post and reconcile b...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Light Bulb Depot
  • Aurora, MO FULL_TIME
  • Accounts Receivable ClerkResponsibilities:Process and post incoming payments for open accountsMonitor customer accounts and note all communication activityCall customers to obtain payment status on pa...
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Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk
  • MW Company
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • MW Company is a luxury auto parts manufacturer. At our Kansas City plant we manufacturer wheels. We are looking for someone to join our team, who is interested in accounting practices. This position w...
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Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk
  • GeoSurfaces
  • Bloomsdale, MO OTHER
  • Description The Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk will provide support to an energetic, fast-paced, growing team with general accounting functions, such as accounts payable and accounts receivable...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • The LaSalle Network
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • LaSalle Network has partnered with a national leading distribution company who is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join its growing team! They have been in business for over 60 years and specia...
  • 3 Days Ago

Missouri is landlocked and borders eight different states as does its neighbor, Tennessee. No state in the U.S. touches more than eight. Missouri is bounded by Iowa on the north; by Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee across the Mississippi River on the east; on the south by Arkansas; and by Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska (the last across the Missouri River) on the west. Whereas the northern and southern boundaries are straight lines, the Missouri Bootheel protrudes southerly into Arkansas. The two largest rivers are the Mississippi (which defines the eastern boundary of the state) and the Misso...
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Income Estimation for Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs
$41,524 to $51,742

Accounts Receivable Clerk in Allentown, PA
A/R clerks monitor and verify incoming payments, send payments to accounts and chase-down unpaid invoices.
January 11, 2020
Accounts Receivable Clerk in Cheyenne, WY
The methods of recording and gathering all information related to accounting revenue is called the accounts receivable.
January 31, 2020
Accounts Receivable Clerk in Florence, SC
If you have a solid work history in accounts receivable, go with the chronological format.
November 30, 2019