AP/AR Clerk

This is a Long-term Temporary, onsite role. There is potential to extend.

Location: Downtown Chicago, IL

Schedule: Monday through Friday, fully onsite

Pay Rate: $19-22/hr DOE

AP/AR Clerk Job Duties:

• Posts customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.


• Posts revenues by verifying and entering transactions form lock box and local deposits.


• Updates receivables by totaling unpaid invoices.


• Maintains records by microfilming invoices, debits, and credits.


• Verifies validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from sales, trade promotions, customer service departments, and from customers;


• Resolves valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.


• Resolves invalid or unauthorized deductions by following pending deductions procedures.


• Resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line; coordinating contact with collections department.


• Summarizes receivables by maintaining invoice accounts; coordinating monthly transfer to accounts receivable account; verifying totals; preparing reports.


• Protects the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.


• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.


• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

AP/AR Clerk Qualifications:

These are the qualifications that are necessary for someone to be considered for the position.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.


• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting preferred.


• At least 1-3 years of related experience is required.

This is a Long-term Temporary, onsite role. There is potential to extend.

Location: Downtown Chicago, IL

Schedule: Monday through Friday, fully onsite

Pay Rate: $19-22/hr DOE

City Staffing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our business. As a women-owned and operated business, WBE certified, we recognize the importance of creating an inclusive and welcoming work environment for all individuals regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, ability, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, or sexual orientation.

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