Accounting Clerk

Accounting ClerkWe are looking for a skilled Accounting Clerk to perform a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and financial tasks. You should be familiar with all accounting procedures and have a flair for numbers. Ultimately, you should ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.Your responsibilities:Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting departmentType accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and recordsPrepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statementsReconcile accounts in a timely mannerEnter key data of financial transactions in database dailyAid and support company personnelResearch, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepanciesInform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areasFunction in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable lawsResponding appropriately to vendor, client, and internal requestsEnsuring Accounting Department runs smoothly and efficientlyPerforming basic office tasks, including answering phones, responding to emails, processing mail, filing, etc.Skill sets/Experience we require:Proven accounting experience, preferably as an account receivable or accounts payable associateFamiliarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting proceduresCompetency in MS Office, databases and accounting softwareComprehensive knowledge of Accounting procedures and principlesEthical behavior when dealing with sensitive financial informationHigh level of accuracy and efficiencyExceptional verbal and written communication skillsCourteous, professional manner, strong customer service skillsComputer literacy and strong typing skills, experience with accounting software may be requiredAttention to detailWillingness to comply with all company, local, state, and federal financial regulationsPedigree:High school degreeBachelors in Commerce, Mathematics or equivalent field preferred