Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs in District of Columbia

Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist

A commercial construction company (subcontractor), located in the District of Columbia, in need of a skilled Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Manager to provide financial, administrative and clerical services. Must be proficient with QuickBooks and working knowledge of the construction industry. Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus.

AP/AR duties require accuracy and efficiency of operations. Processing invoices and monthly requisitions. Managing the A/R to maintain positive cash flow. Reconciliation of accounts. Weekly accounts receivable calls and reports. Hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, or 9:00am - 5:30pm. Some overtime may be necessary during the busy season.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables data
• Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits
• Reconcile the accounts payable and receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Verify discrepancies by and resolve clients’ billing issues
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
• Process purchase orders
• Work with the accountant to reconcile accounts, job cost reporting, etc. for financial statements.

Skills

• Proven working experience as accounts receivable clerk, accounts receivable manager or accountant
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets
• Proficiency in English. Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person