Accounts Receivable Clerk
Job Description:
About Us
Kayana is a talent agency that connects Filipino Remote Professionals with global companies that operate within real systems and value disciplined execution. These are long-term professional roles—not gig work. Our partners build structured teams where accountability, clear communication, and operational discipline matter.
Position Overview
The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounts receivable cycle, ensuring accurate cash application, maintaining customer account records, and supporting timely collections.
This role plays a key part in maintaining healthy cash flow by accurately posting customer payments, investigating discrepancies, and communicating with customers regarding outstanding balances.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and customer-focused, with strong analytical abilities and the capacity to manage multiple financial transactions in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Cash Application & Payment Processing
- Prepare and post daily cash receipts to customer accounts
- Process payments including ACH, credit card, wire transfers, and other payment methods
- Reconcile payments against open invoices and customer balances
- Record and verify deposits to ensure accurate financial records
Accounts Receivable Monitoring
- Review accounts receivable aging reports regularly
- Follow up on overdue balances and short payments
- Investigate unapplied payments, open credits, and discrepancies
- Maintain detailed records of collection activities and communications
Customer Account Management
- Maintain accurate customer records within the ERP system
- Process sales tax exemption certificates and related documentation
- Conduct credit checks for prospective customers
- Respond to customer inquiries through the accounts receivable team inbox
Dispute Resolution & Credit Management
- Investigate billing disputes and payment discrepancies
- Communicate with customers to resolve outstanding issues
- Issue credit memos and write-offs in accordance with internal policies
Compliance & Financial Support
- Maintain documentation for accounts receivable procedures and workflows
- Assist with year-end audits and financial reviews
- Provide additional accounting and finance support as required
Tools & Systems:
Candidates should have experience working with financial systems and operational tools, including:
Accounting Systems
- NetSuite ERP (strongly preferred)
Financial Operations Tools
- Customer payment portals
- Sales tax management systems
Office & Data Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel