Accounts Receivable Clerk

Fort Myers Broadcasting Co

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Accounts Receivable Clerk Fort Myers Broadcasting Company has an immediate opening for an Accounts Receivable Clerk for its Radio, TV and Magazine properties. The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
  • Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
  • Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
  • Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
  • Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
  • Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
  • Collaborates with the Senior Accountant to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
  • Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
  • Assists Senior Accountant in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
  • Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
  • Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
  • Experience with Great Plains a plus.
  • Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
  • Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • The ability to communicate efficiently with people within the company.
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.
Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Benefits:
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
  • 1st of the month after 30 days employment
  • Subject to plan terms
  • Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee-paid benefits such as short-term disability
  • PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis
  • Company-Paid Holidays
  • 401(k)
Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.Powered by JazzHR

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