Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk

$18 - $20 per hour

Duties & Responsibilities:

Opening and sorting mail to appropriate departments

Daily involvement in various Account functions such as A/R and A/P

Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.

Pays vendors by scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received for outstanding memos

Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.

Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issuing stop payments, payments, or adjustments.

Obtain and maintain all necessary, supporting documentation over invoices and related approvals.

Work with personnel in all departments, as needed, to resolve issues relative to the invoicing process.

Maintain the miscellaneous expense detail along with support documentation.

Support the Accounting Supervisor/team through performance of ad hoc responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements:

2 to 4 years experience in related (or similar) field/position.

Basic computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Excel a plus

Basic reading and writing skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management

Strong customer service skills with ability to work with all levels of an organization.

Outstanding organizational and communication skills.

Attention to detail and a high regard for integrity and accuracy.

Results oriented with an eye towards continuous improvement.

Ability to demonstrate independent analytical thinking and problem solving.

Ability to be a team player and be positive.

Ability to be solutions oriented with employees, management, vendors and customers.