Description Accounts Receivable (A/R) Clerks who are self-starting and detail-oriented will be excited about this opportunity! This is a long-term contract / temporary Accounts Receivable Clerk position and is based in the Linthicum Heights, Maryland area. Entering, posting, and reconciling batches, researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging report, placing billing and collection calls, maintaining cash receipts journal, updating, and reconciling sub-ledger to G/L will be among the Accounts Receivable Clerk's duties. A strong candidate for this job will be looking for career growth potential, and be capable of processing 200+ invoices per week.How you will make an impact- Pinpoint delinquent customer accounts through various means, including skip-tracing, phone contact, written correspondence, and make arrangements for payment- Help resolve payment issues by contacting clients, assist in setting up payment plans- Confirm documents and codes- Process payments and compile segments of monthly closings and annual reports in compliance with GAAP- Reconcile bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in different ledgers- Perform a variety of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks- Be an ambassador of the mission, values, and culture of the organization- Provide information, as requested to the sales/marketing department, shippers, customers, and other stakeholders Requirements - AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting or related field- General proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel preferred- 2+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivable- General familiarity with Microsoft Word- Comprehensive knowledge of billing- Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Excel- Monthly Reconciliation experience preferred- Posting Payments experience highly desired- Practical knowledge of cash applications- Adeptness in cash posting- Accounts Receivable (AR) experience highly preferred- Deep understanding of Lock Box- Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement- Current and relevant ERP system experience- Strong analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policyRobert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for US job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. (C) 2022 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .