Part-Time Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Part-Time Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Scottsdale, Arizona. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is fully onsite, 30 hours per week expected, with a flexible schedule. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, applying payments promptly, and supporting customers and internal teams with professionalism. In this role, you will contribute to smooth receivables operations by handling invoicing, account reconciliation, and payment activity while helping maintain strong cash flow and dependable documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Record incoming customer payments from multiple sources, including checks, wires, card payments, and other remittance methods, with a high level of accuracy.

• Review daily banking transactions and match receipts to outstanding invoices within the company’s accounting system.

• Create and distribute customer billing documents in a timely manner to support accurate and prompt payment processing.

• Maintain complete accounts receivable files by updating invoice activity, credits, adjustments, payment records, and account balances.

• Investigate payment variances and account issues by working closely with accounting staff, customer service, sales teams, and customers.

• Process approved account changes such as credits, deductions, write-offs, and other billing adjustments according to established procedures.

• Submit invoices through customer billing portals and electronic platforms to ensure successful delivery and payment processing.

• Prepare cash posting summaries, coordinate invoice submissions to the factoring partner, and provide supporting documents for audit-related requests.

• Assist with customer account administration by gathering onboarding documentation and supporting collection follow-up when needed.

• Organize financial records and complete additional accounting or clerical tasks while following internal controls and company policies.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting support, bookkeeping, or a similar finance-related role.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable processes, including cash application, billing, and commercial collections.
• Ability to reconcile account activity, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal departments and external customers.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems, electronic invoicing tools, and common business software applications.