Accounting Clerk

Description

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for performing various bookkeeping and accounting tasks, maintaining the financial records including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments, and performing administrative functions to support the finance team.  

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform basic bookkeeping duties including posting financial transactions in our accounting system. 
• Compile and sort invoices, receipts and checks. 
• Complete bank and other account reconciliations. 
• Monitor clients and vendors accounts for delayed payments and other irregularities. 
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail. Review and distribute company correspondence as required. 
• Maintain accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting data. 
• Perform data entry and administrative duties as needed, such as filing, scanning, and photocopying. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm entirely in office. 

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.  
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 

Education Requirements 

• High School diploma required

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with QuickBooks or other similar accounting software. 
• Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 

Physical Requirements

Employees in this role must meet certain physical demands to perform the essential functions effectively. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities to ensure they can perform these functions. This position involves frequent sitting and requires the ability to communicate effectively through talking and listening. Occasionally, the role requires standing, walking, and using hands to operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee may also need to reach with arms and engage in physical activities such as bending, kneeling, or crouching. Regularly, the employee must lift and move items weighing up to 20 pounds, with occasional lifting of items up to 50 pounds. Visual requirements include the ability to focus, as well as maintain peripheral vision and depth perception.

EEO Statement 

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, we ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We provide a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and we celebrate diversity by creating an inclusive environment for all employees.