Accounting Receivable Clerk I (Cash Application)

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Receivable Clerk I (Cash Application) to support a centralized cash application and payment posting function across multiple global entities and currencies. This role focuses on applying and reconciling customer payments and ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.

Responsibilities

• Accurately apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts and invoices
• Process cash applications across multiple global entities, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific operations
• Ensure payments are applied to the correct entity, currency, and bank account
• Post ACH, wire, check, and credit card transactions within the accounting system
• Process and reconcile internal credit card transactions
• Create and maintain supporting documentation and invoices related to payment processing activities
• Investigate payment discrepancies, short payments, and application exceptions
• Collaborate with internal accounting and finance team members to resolve payment issues
• Maintain accurate financial records while adhering to established accounting procedures
• Support audit preparation and other departmental initiatives as needed

Requirements

• 3+ years of accounts receivable experience
• 3+ years of cash application or payment posting experience
• Accounts receivable experience with a strong focus on cash application or payment posting
• Understanding of accounting principles, including debits and credits
• Ability to accurately reconcile and apply payments to customer accounts
• Exposure to global or multi-entity accounting environments
• Experience working with multiple currencies or international transactions
• Experience processing credit card merchant transactions and payment exceptions
• Experience using Sage Intacct
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage repetitive, high-volume tasks efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Salesforce

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $40K-$45K (placement within the range depends on experience, qualifications, and other business considerations)
• Generous PTO
• Full medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage
• Generous $1:$1 401(k) company match
• Access to a Learning & Development library, including internal LMS content

Location

• Fully Remote