Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description: The Company Corporate Coverage LLC handles the accounting responsibilities of various companies that provide a variety of programs for the effective and cost efficient removal, collection and recovery of commercial, industrial, office and residential waste and recyclables. Our goal is to provide cost efficient, professional recycling services that present significant value for our customers, ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, and benefit the environment. We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivables Clerk for our corporate office location in Chicago. This is a full time hourly position - Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm. Responsibilities 1. Invoicing: Generating and sending invoices to customers for products or services provided by the company. This involves ensuring that invoices are accurate, complete, and compliant with customer-specific requirements. 2. Payment Collection: Monitoring and tracking customer payments. AR staff follow up with customers to ensure payments are made on time, and they may send reminders or statements as needed. 3. Payment Application: Recording and posting customer payments to the company's accounting system. This includes accurately applying payments to the corresponding invoices. 4. Customer Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers is essential. AR professionals may need to communicate with customers regarding billing inquiries, payment arrangements, and overdue accounts. 5. Reconciliation: Periodically reconciling customer accounts to ensure that the company's records match the customer's records. This helps identify and resolve discrepancies. 6. Aging Analysis: Monitoring the aging of accounts receivable to identify overdue accounts and prioritize collection efforts. 7. Collections: Initiating collection activities for overdue accounts, which may include sending collection letters, making collection calls, and negotiating payment arrangements. 8. Reporting and Analysis: Generating reports and conducting analyses to provide insights into the company's accounts receivable performance, aging trends, and cash flow projections. 9. Customer Disputes: Resolving customer disputes related to invoicing, pricing, or other billing issues in a timely and satisfactory manner. 10. Refunds and Credits: Processing customer refunds or credits when applicable, and ensuring that they are properly documented and approved. 11. Aging Reports: Preparing and reviewing aging reports to identify and address past-due accounts, unapplied cash, and potential collection issues. 12. Documentation: Maintaining well-organized and detailed records of customer invoices, payments, correspondence, and collection efforts. 13. Audit Support: Assisting with internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations related to accounts receivable transactions. Requirements: Qualifications High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to problem solve and pick things up quickly. Five+ years experience in accounts receivable/payable. Efficient data entry skills, along with a knack for numbers. Experience with excel spreadsheets and accounting software Ability to work well in a high volume, deadline-oriented environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products: Excel, Outlook. Compensation and Benefits Full-time employees are eligible for a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Vol Life Insurance and STD, as well as a 401k Savings Plan with Company match and Company sponsored Life and ADD Insurance. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days. Corporate Coverage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in our employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Paid time off Additional Life & Short Term Disability insurance (employee paid)