Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Port Huron, Michigan. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping customer accounts accurate, resolving payment questions, and supporting day-to-day receivables operations in a fast-paced setting. The position plays an important role in cash application, account review, and reporting while partnering with customers and internal teams to maintain healthy account balances.

Responsibilities:
• Process incoming customer payments from multiple sources, including lockbox activity, wire transfers, and other payment reporting channels.
• Examine remittance details carefully and investigate any missing or inconsistent information tied to customer payments.
• Communicate with customers to resolve deduction issues, payment variances, and other account discrepancies.
• Apply cash receipts promptly and accurately while following customer-specific terms, discounts, and payment conditions.
• Complete account offsets involving accounts payable and credit-related items to keep balances current and correct.
• Monitor aging and collections reports, identify outstanding items, and support follow-up efforts on open receivables.
• Research unapplied cash transactions and make appropriate updates so reporting reflects accurate account status.
• Maintain credit-related documentation and assist with account analysis and reporting requests from credit leadership.
• Provide backup support for credit hold decisions by releasing eligible orders and escalating exceptions to plant leadership when needed.
• Reconcile cash activity at month end and prepare required reporting for corporate submission.• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, or commercial collections.
• Hands-on experience posting payments, reviewing remittances, and resolving customer account discrepancies.
• Working knowledge of billing, cash collections, and accounts receivable processes within a business environment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to manage and review financial data efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling customer payments and account balances.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders regarding payment issues.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is helpful, though not required.