Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description

Become an Employee-Owner at AGI Industries!

AGI Industries, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company and a recognized leader in industrial fluid handling solutions. Since 1968, AGI has built a reputation for delivering quality products, engineered solutions, and exceptional customer service through its distribution (AGI Industries, Inc), manufacturing (Hydroplex), and packaged systems (AGI Packaged Pump Systems) divisions. As an employee-owned organization, every team member has a stake in our success and shares in the value they help create. AGI's employee-owners are not just building careers, they're helping build the future of the company.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our Corporate Office team in Lafayette, Louisiana. This position plays a critical role in maintaining healthy cash flow, supporting customer relationships, and ensuring accurate financial records across the organization.

Why Join AGI?

At AGI, you'll be more than an employee, you'll be an employee-owner . We believe ownership creates accountability, engagement, and long-term success for both individuals and the company. Every employee-owner contributes to our growth and shares in the rewards of that success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

What We Offer

• •Competitive compensation
• •Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• •401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
• •Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• •Employer-paid Life Insurance
• •Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• •Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• •Wellness Program
• •Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a growing employee-owned company

Requirements

Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for processing customer payments, monitoring outstanding balances, reconciling accounts, and supporting collection efforts while providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and committed to accuracy and timely follow-through.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• •Process and post customer payments accurately and timely.
• •Generate and distribute customer invoices and account statements.
• •Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on overdue balances.
• •Communicate professionally with customers regarding billing inquiries and payment status.
• •Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• •Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting activities.
• •Maintain customer account records and supporting documentation.
• •Collaborate with branch personnel, sales teams, and management to resolve billing issues.
• •Prepare reports related to collections, cash receipts, and account activity.
• •Support internal and external audits as needed.
• •Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required

• •High school diploma or equivalent.
• •Minimum of 2 years of accounts receivable, accounting, bookkeeping, or related administrative experience.
• •Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• •Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• •Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• •Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with financial information.

Preferred

• •Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.
• •Experience with ERP or accounting software systems.
• •Experience working in a multi-location organization.

What Makes You Successful

• •You enjoy working with numbers and solving discrepancies.
• •You take pride in accuracy and organization.
• •You communicate professionally and confidently with customers and coworkers.
• •You are self-motivated and dependable.
• •You understand that in an employee-owned company, every dollar collected contributes to the success of fellow employee-owners.

Join Our Employee-Owned Team

If you're looking for more than just a job and want an opportunity to contribute to a company where your efforts directly impact the success of the business and your fellow employee-owners, we'd love to hear from you.

AGI Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.