Accounting Clerk I

Title: Accounting Clerk I



Job Posting ID: SS35YVJP00000376
Worksite: Charleston, SC 29403
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite 5 days/week
Duration: 6 Months (Possible Extensional)
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM | 40 hours/week
Pay Range: XXXXXXXXXXX - XXXXXXXXXXX/hour on w2.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Accounting Clerk I to provide temporary accounting and administrative support to the Charleston office. The position will perform bookkeeping and accounting-related activities, including purchase order processing, invoice and billing support, data entry, recordkeeping, project setup, document submittals, and general administrative support .
The ideal candidate will have 1 3 years of accounting, finance, administrative, procurement, or clerical experience , with prior QuickBooks experience highly preferred . Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple administrative and accounting tasks in an onsite environment are important for success.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Perform bookkeeping activities within the accounting department.
• Post accounting and financial data accurately.
• Maintain records related to costs of goods, services, and shipments.
• Prepare and process itemized statements, bills, and invoices.
• Record amounts due for purchased items and services rendered.
• Verify the accuracy of billing data and identify discrepancies.
• Research and correct billing errors as needed.
• Maintain accurate accounting and financial documentation.
• Support general accounting and administrative activities as assigned.

Purchase Orders & Procurement

• Process and maintain purchase orders (POs) .
• Assist with procurement-related administrative activities.
• Review purchase order information for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain appropriate PO documentation and records.
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding purchasing and administrative requirements.
• Support procurement workflows and follow established procedures.

Administrative Support

• Provide temporary administrative support to the Charleston office.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls.
• Assist with general office and administrative tasks.
• Support project setup activities.
• Prepare, organize, and process project-related documentation.
• Handle submittals and maintain accurate records.
• Enter and update information in company systems.
• Assist accounting and operations teams with various administrative assignments.
• Maintain organized files and documentation.

Systems & Documentation

• Utilize QuickBooks for accounting and bookkeeping activities when applicable.
• Enter and maintain accurate financial and administrative information.
• Review documents and data for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain records related to invoices, purchase orders, billing, and project activities.
• Learn and utilize company systems and processes as required.

Required Qualifications

• 1 3 years of relevant accounting, bookkeeping, finance, administrative, or clerical experience.
• Experience with accounting or administrative data entry.
• Understanding basic bookkeeping and accounting processes.
• Experience with invoices, bills, billing information, or financial records.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and correct discrepancies or errors.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work onsite Monday Friday in Charleston, SC.

Preferred Qualifications

• QuickBooks experience highly preferred.
• General administrative experience.
• Procurement/purchasing experience.
• Purchase order processing.
• Invoice processing.
• Accounts payable support.
• Billing and bookkeeping experience.
• Project setup and documentation experience.
• Experience handling submittals and administrative records.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The strongest candidates will have a combination of Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable, Bookkeeping, Administrative, Procurement, or Office Administration experience, particularly candidates who have worked with QuickBooks, purchase orders, invoices, billing, data entry, and general administrative support .