ACCOUNTING CLERK

Job Description

Job Description

ACCOUNTING CLERKPosition: Part-TimeSummary: Accounting Clerk responsibilities include keeping financial records updated, preparing reports, and aiding the department when needed. Duties include general accounting, account reconciliations, detailed postings, and clerical support tasks in the accounting department. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. You will also run accounting software programs (e.g. QuickBooks) to process business transactions, like accounts payable, data entry, and cash posting. A successful accounting clerk should be familiar with all accounting procedures and have a flair for numbers. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.Responsibilities also include analyzing trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Prepares balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.Reports organization's finances to management, and offers suggestions about resource utilization, tax strategies, and assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and recordsReconcile accounts in a timely mannerDaily enter key data of financial transactions in QuickBooksProvide assistance and support to 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 lawsConstantly update job knowledgeSkill Requirements:Proven accounting experience, preferably as an Accounts receivable clerk or Accounts payable clerkFamiliarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting proceduresCompetency in MS Office, databases and accounting softwareHands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reportsAccuracy and attention to detailAptitude for numbersAbility to perform filing and record keeping tasksData entry and word processing skillsWell organizedQualifications May require an associate degree in the area of specialty preferred. 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

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