Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Clerk
Location: Fort Washington, PA
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Industry: Environmental Services (large, well established organization)
Our client, a large and growing environmental services company, is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks for the operations team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a stable organization and long-term potential.

Essential Functions
Billing & Invoice Processing

• Enter, review, and maintain billing data and supporting documentation in company systems
• Generate, process, and distribute customer invoices (mail/email) and maintain invoice logs
• Assist with routine billing updates (e.g., cancellations, credit memos, and rate changes) per established procedures
• Respond to basic billing inquiries and route complex issues to the appropriate team member
• File and organize billing records (digital and paper) to support audits and record retention

Timekeeping/Payroll Support & Customer Service

• Answer phones/emails and document requests from customers and internal staff
• Assist with timecard and payroll data entry and corrections following established approval processes
• Collect, organize, and submit payroll documentation (e.g., forms, backup) and maintain related files
• Research basic payroll discrepancies and escalate items requiring higher-level review

Accounts Receivable Support & Basic Reporting

• Post and apply customer payments (checks/ACH) and update account records
• Assist with A/R reconciliations by matching invoices, payments, and backup documentation
• Run routine reports and compile data in Excel to support the accounting team
• Identify and communicate discrepancies or missing information to support timely resolution

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or coursework in accounting/business preferred
• 1+ year of experience in an accounting, billing, A/R, A/P, or administrative support role preferred
• Working knowledge of general office procedures; strong data entry and document management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook); accounting software/ERP experience a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines
• Professional communication skills and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Why This Opportunity

• Contract-to-hire path with a reputable, stable environmental company
• Hands-on, detail-oriented role supporting day-to-day billing, A/R, and payroll administrative tasks
• Team-oriented environment with opportunity to grow into a long-term position

Pay Details: $24.00 to $25.00 per hour

Search managed by: Elena Platt

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to -privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.