Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description

  Job Summary
Seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Receivable and Payroll Specialist to join the finance team and grow with a company that values excellence, integrity and professional development. This key role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently, managing accounts receivable functions and ensuring compliance with relevant labor regulations and company policies including assisting with end-of month closing.

This candidate will be a strong communicator with a commitment to continuous improvement in processes and procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles, particularly in relation to corporate accounting.

This position is essential for maintaining the financial health of the organization through diligent management of accounts receivable processes. Candidates who are detail-oriented, organized, and possess strong communication skills will thrive in this role.

Duties

Payroll Responsibilities

• Accurately process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including verification of wages, overtime, deductions and benefits
• Review all hourly timecards and ensure manager approvals in Time and Attendance system
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure all information is up to date for each payroll cycle
• Respond to payroll related inquiries from employees and management
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local payroll law and regulations
• Manage the employee self-enrollment portal for benefit onboarding
• Prepare and distribute payroll related reports
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in payroll and accounts receivable functions
• Additional duties as assigned

Accounts Receivable Responsibilities

• Verify daily invoices for accuracy including payment processing and account reconciliation
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payment and other irregularities
• Follow up with customers via phone and email regarding outstanding account balances
• Process cash applications for customer deposits (e-commerce) including checks, wires, ACH and credit cards transactions
• Apply payments to customer accounts and reconcile discrepancies
• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Services teams to resolve billing issues
• Assist with month-end closing process as it relates to accounts receivable
• Assist in annual CPA reviews as required
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy of transactions and operations

Additional Requirements

This role is an in-person role located within the Statesville, NC area with hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm EST (overtime may be required based on business needs).? There is a moderate noise level within the work environment of this location.? Compliance with applicable Company policies including maintaining a drug-free workplace and adhering to all safety policies and procedures is required.?

Disclaimers

The company reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business needs. This job description may not list all duties for this position. This job description is not a contract of employment, and all employment unless otherwise disclosed is “at will” and either the incumbent or the company may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

Requirements

  Skills

• Associate’s degree with 5+ years of experience in general accounting functions and payroll required, or bachelor’s degree in accounting with 3+ years of general accounting functions and payroll preferred
• Proficiency working in ERP and payroll systems to manage financial data effectively required
• Proficiency in Excel required
• Ability to perform detailed account reconciliation with accuracy
• Knowledge of corporate accounting principles and practices
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to assess financial data and identify trends or issues
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other departments and management.