Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a freight organization in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. This fully onsite opportunity is a contract position with the potential to become permanent for someone who enjoys supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate will bring solid accounting support experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to keep financial records accurate, organized, and current.

Responsibilities:
• Review, enter, and assign proper coding to vendor bills and employee reimbursement submissions to ensure accurate payment processing.
• Prepare customer billing and send invoices promptly to support timely collections.
• Record incoming payments, assemble bank deposits, and complete scheduled check disbursements each week.
• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate variances, and resolve payment or posting issues.
• Track outstanding receivables, examine aging reports, and follow up on past-due balances with professionalism.
• Maintain orderly accounting files and preserve supporting documentation for vendors, payments, and billing activity.
• Contribute to month-end accounting tasks by assisting with entries and payable-related close activities.
• Gather reports and backup materials needed for audits and respond to documentation requests efficiently.
• Work closely with vendors, customers, and internal departments to address invoice, billing, and payment questions.