Accounts Receivable Clerk

LMK Recruiting Solutions

Hillside, Illinois

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Card Processing, Cash Applications, Communication Skills, Credit Cards, Credit and Collections, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Environmental Health, Finance, High School Diploma, Internet of Things, Journal Entries, Leadership, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Multitasking, Public Health, Reconciliation, Sales, Time Management
LOCATION
Hillside, Illinois
POSTED
1 day ago

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing organization on a mission to create a smarter, more sustainable, and

safer planet. Backed by a premier private equity firm, they operate within the high-growth Sensing

and IoT market. They deliver innovative monitoring and control solutions that help businesses in

highly regulated industries protect the environment and public health.

Scope of the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to ensure the accurate and timely

processing of customer payments, invoicing, and account reconciliation. In this role, you will manage

day-to-day A/R operations, drive collections, handle cash applications, and provide cross-functional

support to our Accounts Payable (A/P) function.

Key Responsibilities

Collections: Make professional, courteous outbound calls and follow up on outstanding

customer balances.

Cash Posting: Apply payments accurately and timely to customer accounts within the

system.

Invoicing: Generate and distribute daily customer invoices based on sales orders and

shipping documentation.

Document Verification: Monitor the "No Shipping Doc" list to resolve missing

documentation and discrepancies.

Bank Deposits: Prepare and process daily bank deposits alongside finance leadership.

Credit Card Processing: Process and reconcile customer credit card payments in

compliance with internal controls.

Journal Entries: Enter basic A/R journal entries and adjustments under supervisor

guidance.

Customer Care: Handle incoming inquiries regarding payment or invoice status

updates.

What You Bring to the Team

Experience: 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or a similar

clerical finance role.

Education: High School Diploma/GED required (Associate degree in Accounting,

Business, or Finance is a plus).

Tech Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Outlook) and familiarity with

ERP/accounting software.

Industry Background: Previous exposure to A/R and A/P in a manufacturing or

distribution environment is highly preferred.

Core Strengths: Strong attention to detail, knack for multitasking under deadlines, and

exceptional communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams.

About the Company

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LMK Recruiting Solutions

“Looking for what’s next before you are.” What’s next? We’re always looking ahead, constantly working to be the subject matter experts in the fields that we serve. Whether it’s studying the latest industry trends or keeping you informed on best practices, our strategic recruiters are always looking for what’s next before you are. Relationships We work harder than other recruiters to grow relationships with our clients and candidates. This approach allows us to better match the right candidate with the right opportunity. We want to be a part of the ongoing, ever-changing process for the people we serve. iRiS We identify, connect with, evaluate, and deliver top talent.
COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.irisrecruiting.com