Accounts Receivable Clerk (Newbury Park)

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  Lien Tracking and Release: Track lien dates and record liens/Notice of Non-Payments against owners; property as required.
Prepare release of liens and facilitate their exchange for customer payment.
 Change Orders: Assist in change order request entry and contract reconciliation.
Discuss open change order requests with General Contractors and obtain necessary approvals.
 Reconcile the accounts 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  Collections on past due accounts.
 Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status  Monthly Bank reconciliations  Assist the Controller with Ad hoc reporting Requirements and skills  Proven working experience as Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Manager or accountant  Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel skills  Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations  Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records  Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers  Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software  Proficiency in English and in MS Office  Customer service orientation and negotiation skills  High degree of accuracy and attention to detail  Understanding of handling of sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion Other desired key traits  Experience with Foundation Software system or other similar construction related platform (e.
g.
, Sage, Timberline, etc.
)  Active California Notary is a plus.