Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk in Sanford, Florida. This position, which begins as a contract role with the potential for long-term employment, involves managing cash applications, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts receivable and a commitment to ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments. Responsibilities: • Accurately process customer payments, including checks, wire transfers, and credit card transactions, ensuring they are applied to the correct invoices. • Record and reconcile daily cash receipts with bank statements and the accounts receivable ledger. • Investigate and resolve issues related to unapplied or misapplied payments in a timely manner. • Maintain up-to-date customer account records by handling adjustments, refunds, and chargebacks as needed. • Collaborate with the Accounts Receivable team to address payment discrepancies and missing remittance details. • Communicate with customers to clarify payment allocations and resolve any related inquiries. • Prepare and record daily bank deposits in the financial system, ensuring accuracy and completeness. • Reconcile cash receipts with bank deposits and address any discrepancies promptly. • Support month-end close activities, including cash application reviews and accounts receivable reconciliation. • Generate detailed cash receipt reports for management as needed. Requirements • Proven experience in accounts receivable, cash applications, and daily cash receipt processing. • Strong knowledge of cash reconciliation processes and familiarity with financial systems. • Attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial transactions and maintaining records. • Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner. • Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal teams and customers. • Proficiency in using accounting software and spreadsheets for reporting and analysis. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. • Prior experience with month-end close activities related to accounts receivable is preferred. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .