Accounting Clerk

A well respected, growing service organization is looking to hire an Accounting Clerk. In this role, you will be responsible for matching invoices to purchase orders and/or vouchers, data entry and assisting in the process of accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R).

• Support accounts payable: vendor invoices and disbursement filing, A/P invoice matching & filing
• Support accounts receivable: process daily invoices/credit, apply cash receipt, help with collection of past due balance
• Correct transaction documents, which may require revision of other documents or entries as well as the original; may initiate other actions
• Code documents that require knowledge in determining proper classification of expenditure codes and accounting codes.
• Prepare statements and reports that require utilization of a variety of sources
• Reconcile discrepancies by checking all possible sources of disagreement, reconstructing probable actions, and recognizing the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as required
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
• Prior experience in an Accounting Clerk role or a similar position
• Expertise in coding invoices is required.
• A comprehensive understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles is necessary.
• Proficiency in office productivity software and familiarity with relevant computer software
• Robust data entry skills along with a strong numerical aptitude are required
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is necessary.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills are advantageous.
• The ability to handle sensitive, confidential information is expected.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required.