Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a team based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity suited for an early-career candidate at the entry level who is eager to build hands-on accounting experience in a structured onsite environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable when priorities shift, and comfortable handling a variety of administrative and accounting tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities:
• Process incoming invoices by entering information accurately, preparing documents for distribution, and maintaining organized records.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to help keep financial transactions current and properly documented.
• Support budget tracking and audit preparation by gathering files, organizing supporting materials, and verifying financial details.
• Perform routine data entry with a strong focus on completeness, accuracy, and timeliness across accounting records.
• Maintain filing systems for financial documents so information is easy to retrieve and audit-ready.
• Respond effectively to changing assignments and take on new responsibilities as business needs evolve.
• Contribute to onsite accounting operations during standard weekday business hours while collaborating with internal team members.
• Provide administrative support related to financial processes, including document handling and preparation tied to an upcoming organizational system go-live.• Entry-level candidate with a strong interest in accounting or finance-related work.
• Demonstrated ability to stay highly organized while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, and data entry.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial information.
• Willingness to learn quickly and adjust to shifting priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Comfortable working onsite Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
• Effective communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented approach to daily responsibilities.