Accounting Clerk

Cornett Enterprises is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated Accounting
Clerk to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will provide essential bookkeeping
and clerical support to our Controller, ensuring financial records are accurate, up-to-
date, and maintained according to company policies. This role involves processing daily
transactions, managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing and assisting
with month-end reporting.
Key Responsibilities
 Data Entry: Accurately enter financial transactions (vouchers, invoices, checks,
and expense reports) into the general ledger system.
 Accounts Payable/Receivable: Process incoming vendor invoices, issue
payments, and manage accounts receivable to ensure timely customer
payments.
 Payroll Processing: Process bi-weekly payroll, calculate wages, and manage
payroll tax withholdings while ensuring accuracy of payroll documentation.
 Job Costing: Ensure accurate job costing of job-related expenses.
 Reconciliation: Reconcile daily financial transactions, bank statements, and
credit card accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.
 Record Maintenance: Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for
all financial records and documents.
 Support: Assist accounting personnel with month-end and year-end closing
procedures and audit preparations.
 Communication: Handle vendor and customer inquiries regarding payment
status or billing issues.
 General Clerical: Perform other office administrative duties as needed, such as
sorting mail, scanning documents, and maintaining office supplies.
Required Skills and Qualifications
 Experience: 1–3 years of experience in an accounting or clerical role (preferred).
 Knowledge: Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial
processes

 Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree in Accounting
or Finance preferred).
 Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks
particularly,) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
(pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
 Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy in data entry and ability to spot errors.
 Organization: Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet
deadlines.
 Integrity: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential financial information
securely.
 Willingness to Learn: Adaptability and open mindedness to learning.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
 This is a full-time position in a traditional office setting.
 Frequent, long-term sitting at a desk and using computer workstations.
 Occasional overtime required during month-end or tax season.