Billing Clerk how-to
How to Read an Accounts Receivable Aging Report
Aging shows who owes what and how long.
Quick answer
Aging shows who owes what and how long. In short: run; review; flag, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Run the report.
Review buckets.
Flag 60+ days.
Check for disputes.
Send reminders.
Escalate old balances.
Safety reminders for billing clerks
- Protect customer payment data
- Follow PCI rules
- Prevent fraud
- Use ergonomic setups
Key terms
Invoice · Accounts receivable · Payment posting · Aging report · Credit memo · Net 30: see the full billing clerk glossary.