We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Kansas City, Missouri. In this role, you will manage key aspects of the accounts receivable process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in customer payments and account reconciliations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the organization while collaborating with an experienced accounting team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor and follow up on past-due accounts using the Accounts Receivable Aging Report.<br>• Accurately record and apply customer payments within the accounting system.<br>• Reconcile customer accounts, investigating and resolving issues such as unapplied cash, short payments, and discrepancies.<br>• Assist with month-end closing activities, including preparing AR reconciliations and aging summaries.<br>• Maintain well-organized records of invoices, correspondence, and collection activities in both digital and physical formats.<br>• Provide administrative support to the accounting team, including tasks such as scanning, data entry, filing, and document preparation.<br>• Collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to fulfill audit requests and support financial reporting initiatives.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing accounts receivable processes.<br>• Experience with commercial collections and cash applications.<br>• Proficiency in handling cash collections and resolving payment discrepancies.<br>• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in maintaining records and documentation.<br>• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support accounting operations.<br>• Familiarity with accounting systems and software.<br>• Excellent communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams.

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