Accounts Receivable Clerk Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Accounts Receivable Clerk includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Monitor accounts and incoming payments
  • Perform verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivable data
  • Verify discrepancies
  • Respond to and resolve clients’ billing issues ad questions
  • Prepare and manage bills, invoices and bank deposits
  • Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger
  • Make sure that all payments are properly posted
  • Assist in preparing financial statements
  • Assist in preparing detailing accounts receivable status

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Accounts Receivable Clerk duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Accounts Receivable Clerk roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.