Accounts Receivable Clerk Jobs in California
Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs in California are concentrated in financial services, healthcare, real estate, and technology, with demand running from entry-level billing roles through senior collections specialists. Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Wells Fargo, and Salesforce maintain established AR operations. The most in-demand specialties are medical billing, high-volume B2B collections, and ERP-driven receivables processing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk (freight experience preferred) to provide financial, administrative and clerical services. Accounts receivable duties include ensuring accuracy and efficiency of operations, processing and monitoring incoming payments, and securing revenue by verifying and posting receipts. This will include extensive customer service and telephone use.
Responsibilities
- Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables data
- Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits
- Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
- Verify discrepancies by and resolve clients’ billing issues
- Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
- Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status
Skills
- Proven working experience as accounts receivable clerk, accounts receivable manager or accountant
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations
- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
- Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
- Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software (JDE or other full-scale ER software)
- Proficiency in English and in MS Office
- Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- accounts receivable in freight industry : 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bloomington, CA 92316 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounts receivable clerk jobs across California.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Proficiency in ERP or accounting software such as NetSuite, SAP, or QuickBooks
- Experience processing high-volume invoices and reconciling accounts receivable ledgers
- Strong knowledge of collections procedures, aging reports, and dispute resolution workflows
- Accurate data entry skills with attention to detail in a fast-paced billing environment
- Effective written and verbal communication for coordinating with customers and internal teams
Accounts Receivable Clerk Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accounts receivable clerk in California?
Most California employers expect at least an associate degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field, though some accept a high school diploma combined with relevant coursework. There is no state-issued license required for accounts receivable clerks in California. Candidates who complete courses in bookkeeping or earn a certified bookkeeper credential through the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers strengthen their applications, and familiarity with California-specific sales tax rules and ERP systems commonly used by California businesses is a practical advantage.
Which companies hire accounts receivable clerks in California?
California accounts receivable clerk roles are posted by KYA Services, Nissin Foods, and The Shyft and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. California's dense concentration of healthcare systems, technology firms, and commercial real estate companies means AR clerks are consistently in demand across a wide range of industries and employer sizes.
Which California cities have the most accounts receivable clerk jobs?
Chico, Carson, and Gardena have the most accounts receivable clerk openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its size and diversity of industries, from entertainment and logistics to healthcare, while San Jose and San Francisco draw demand from the technology and life sciences sectors, and San Diego's strong healthcare and defense presence anchors hiring in that region.
Are there remote accounts receivable clerk jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields, since accounts receivable work is largely desk-based and conducted through cloud accounting platforms that support remote access. About 0% of accounts receivable clerk openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Collections follow-up, invoice processing, and reconciliation are the tasks most commonly handled fully remote.
How can I get hired as a accounts receivable clerk in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an administrative or billing support role at a California medical group, property management company, or mid-size technology firm, where AR duties are learned on the job alongside general office work. Large California healthcare employers such as Dignity Health and Providence often post billing coordinator roles suited to candidates without prior AR experience. Completing a bookkeeping or accounting fundamentals course at a California community college, or earning a QuickBooks certification, gives candidates a concrete credential that offsets a limited work history.
Where can I find and apply to accounts receivable clerk jobs in California?
You can find and apply to accounts receivable clerk jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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