Accounts Receivable Clerk

Accounts Receivable Clerk

An AR Clerk at STI verifies and posts payments received by the organization and ensures revenue transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in accordance with internal accounting processes. This employee also reconciles payments with the account receivable ledger and prepares customer collection and aging reports. Additional responsibilities include month-end close functions such as preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analysis.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable
• Process customer invoices on a regular and timely basis, as well as interface with customers as needed
• Interface with sales department to support the invoicing and collection process
• Maintain and update customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, etc.
• Contact clients to settle payment issues and establish payment plans as required
• Facilitate the customer credit application process
• Draft correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections. Prepare aging reports to identify delinquent accounts to contact for payment
• Perform month-end closing procedures, including recording journal entries and preparing account reconciliations
• Reconcile monthly banking transactions
• Prepare bank deposits
• Coordinate communication with Operations Managers and Sales Managers regarding returns, short pays and customer chargebacks
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Meet deadlines and work within the required time frames
• Manage the accounts receivable email box and ensure timely correspondence
• Relay changes of information to appropriate employees
• Prepare ad hoc analysis and projects as requested

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Self-starter, fast learner, detail and deadline-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, time management skills and the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• At least two years of related experience required.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the company and its customers.

Who We Are

STI's story began over four decades ago in a home basement. We now operate from multiple buildings in Waterford, Michigan, have an office located in Worcestershire, England, and are recognized as a global leader in helping to prevent false fire alarms, theft and vandalism to important devices worldwide.

We care about the people we work with.

Family owned and operated, STI believes in treating their employees like family. Personal attention is paid to each team member and the company strives to make the work environment fun, collaborative and inspirational. We believe in what we do, and we believe in our colleagues to help us achieve our goals. STI offers a full benefits package and regularly participates in teambuilding events.

Benefits Available:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO & Sick Time