What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Clerk position at Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center?
Join our team as an Accounts Receivable Specialist
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable accounts receivable specialist to join our finance team at the Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center. If you have a passion for accuracy and a commitment to excellence, we’d love for you to be a part of our supportive and impactful organization. Join us and contribute to the important work we do in the community while advancing your career in a collaborative environment.
Job Brief:
The accounts receivable specialist will be responsible for tracking and resolving outstanding payment issues and generate weekly aging reports in a timely manner.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, invoicing, daily and month-end reporting, account reconciliation, and communication with vendors. The ideal candidate will be familiar with all accounting procedures and capable of managing daily financial transactions from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables’ data.
- Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues.
- Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients.
- Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
- Update account status records and collection efforts.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve any past due payment issues.
- Communicate with customers regarding billing discrepancies and questions.
· Proactively seek out opportunities to improve efficiencies in work structure, processes, and technology systems.
- Special projects and ad hoc requests.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:
- BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration.
- Proven working experience in accounting, as an accounts receivable clerk or accountant in a nonprofit setting.
- Solid understanding of basic GAAP accounting principles.
- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
Strong organization skills with a strong initiative and sense of urgency, ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Data entry skills in QuickBooks online.
- Strong computer skills: Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software.
· Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.
Physical Setting: Office
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25
