Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities for a high-tech organization in Huntsville, Alabama. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys working with high transaction volume, maintaining accurate financial records, and improving day-to-day accounting processes. The role is primarily onsite and offers the chance to contribute to a collaborative accounting team while helping create greater efficiency across invoice and payment workflows.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness while ensuring supporting documentation is complete.
• Match purchase orders, invoices, and related records to confirm transactions are properly recorded before payment.
• Enter and manage accounts payable information within the accounting system, maintaining organized and accurate case queues.
• Assist with accounts receivable tasks by reviewing shipment and packing documentation and verifying billing-related details.
• Reconcile account activity and investigate discrepancies to help maintain reliable financial records.
• Identify opportunities to streamline routine accounting activities and support improvements in workflow efficiency.
• Use Excel and financial software to track transactions, update records, and prepare supporting information for the accounting team.
• Partner with internal team members to resolve invoice, payment, and documentation issues in a timely manner.• Experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting operations.
• Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage invoice processing and document matching in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Excel and experience working in accounting software such as FinancialForce or QuickBooks.
• Knowledge of purchase order matching, invoice review, and account reconciliation practices.
• Comfortable working mostly onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, with limited remote flexibility.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.