Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk

Our client, a large and growing environmental services company, is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks for the operations team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a stable organization and long-term potential.

Essential Functions

• Enter, review, and maintain billing data and supporting documentation in company systems
• Generate, process, and distribute customer invoices (mail/email) and maintain invoice logs
• Assist with routine billing updates (e.g., cancellations, credit memos, and rate changes) per established procedures
• Respond to basic billing inquiries and route complex issues to the appropriate team member
• File and organize billing records (digital and paper) to support audits and record retention

Timekeeping/Payroll Support & Customer Service

• Answer phones/emails and document requests from customers and internal staff
• Assist with timecard and payroll data entry and corrections following established approval processes
• Collect, organize, and submit payroll documentation (e.g., forms, backup) and maintain related files
• Research basic payroll discrepancies and escalate items requiring higher-level review

Accounts Receivable Support & Basic Reporting

• Post and apply customer payments (checks/ACH) and update account records
• Assist with A/R reconciliations by matching invoices, payments, and backup documentation
• Run routine reports and compile data in Excel to support the accounting team
• Identify and communicate discrepancies or missing information to support timely resolution

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or coursework in accounting/business preferred
• 1+ year of experience in an accounting, billing, A/R, A/P, or administrative support role preferred
• Working knowledge of general office procedures; strong data entry and document management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook); accounting software/ERP experience a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines
• Professional communication skills and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Why This Opportunity

• Contract-to-hire path with a reputable, stable environmental company
• Hands-on, detail-oriented role supporting day-to-day billing, A/R, and payroll administrative tasks
• Team-oriented environment with opportunity to grow into a long-term position