Accounting Clerk

Accounting Specialist The Accounting Specialist records and maintains accurate financial data, supports daily accounting operations, and helps ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting regulations. This role focuses on processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting within a small, office-based team. Responsibilities Record financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers to ensure up-to-date and reliable financial records. Prepare and process invoices, receipts, and payments in a timely and accurate manner. Compare purchase orders to products delivered and verify details to support accurate invoice processing. Use purchase orders to verify and process invoices for payment, ensuring proper authorization and documentation. Perform three-way matching between purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices to confirm accuracy before payment. Reconcile bank statements and identify, investigate, and resolve any discrepancies. Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements by compiling and organizing relevant data. Maintain and update accounting databases and spreadsheets to support efficient data management and reporting. Support the accounting team with various administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and document organization. Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations in all financial processes. Essential Skills Hands-on experience with accounts payable processes, including invoice review and payment preparation. Practical experience with accounts receivable activities, such as tracking and recording incoming payments. Strong understanding of purchase orders and their use in verifying and processing invoices. Proficiency in bookkeeping, including recording transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers. Experience with reconciliation of bank statements and other financial accounts to resolve discrepancies. Demonstrated ability to perform invoice processing with attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to perform three-way matching between purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with maintaining and updating accounting databases and spreadsheets. Ability to support an accounting team with administrative and organizational tasks. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data and documentation. Effective communication skills for collaborating with colleagues and responding to inquiries. Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured manner. Work Environment This role is based in a small company environment with work performed in the office five days per week. The position involves close collaboration with a tight-knit accounting team and daily use of standard office and accounting software. The company offers attractive benefits that are paid in full, contributing to a supportive and stable workplace. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville, FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.