JOB DESCRIPTION                 Effective Date:                    


TITLE:	ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK	


SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

Performs accounts receivable functions including billing, processing of invoices and recordkeeping.


MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.	Receives completed sales orders from shipping; verifies accuracy and completeness of all required information including current pricing, extensions, discounts applied and shipping and handling charges.

2.	Codes sales orders with account numbers by sales/product classifications for cost of goods sold, keypunches sales orders into computerized accounts receivable system.  Prints billing invoices daily and mails to customer.

3.	Prints monthly statements and sends to customers.  Prints, verifies and maintains accounts receivable invoice records, sales and cost of sales reports, open and aging reports and journals.

4.	Receives checks and prepare deposit slips.  Prepares and keypunches remittance advices for posting checks received.  Updates and reviews aged receivables for unpaid balances.

5.	Verifies monthly totals of sales distribution, sales history, returns and allowances and cash receipts journal.  Coordinates closing with General Accounting Manager.  

6.	Communicates with customers regarding their billing and assists the Credit Manager with collections.

7.	Performs other accounting duties as requested by the Controller.


ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports directly to the Controller.  Provides assistance to and receives direction from the General Accounting Manager.  Coordinates activities with the Credit Manager.