Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a dependable Accounting Clerk to join an onsite team in Carson, California in a Long-term Contract position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting a broad range of accounting and office functions in a small, fast-paced industrial environment. The role will contribute to daily financial operations by assisting with payables, receivables, collections, and administrative coordination while working closely with the Accounting Manager.

Responsibilities:
• Manage customer account follow-up and communicate with clients regarding outstanding balances to support timely collections.
• Assist with both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice handling, payment tracking, and account reconciliation support.
• Prepare and process check payments and other routine disbursements with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Handle daily data entry and maintain organized financial records within accounting systems such as Sage and similar software tools.
• Support order entry and provide general administrative assistance to keep office operations running smoothly.
• Coordinate routine errands such as bank deposits and post office visits as part of the day-to-day accounting workflow.
• Distribute outgoing payments and correspondence, including mailing checks and other financial documents.
• Provide front-office support in a busy industrial setting by interacting professionally with drivers, vendors, and other visitors.
• Take on a variety of accounting and operational tasks as needed in a hands-on environment that values flexibility and initiative.• Prior experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and general accounting functions.
• Proficiency with accounting software, including experience with QuickBooks and the ability to learn Sage quickly.
• Strong data entry skills with consistent accuracy in processing invoices, payments, and account information.
• Ability to work fully onsite in Carson, California and manage responsibilities independently in a small office environment.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for business-related trips to the bank and post office.
• Comfortable working in a casual industrial office where vendors, drivers, and other visitors may regularly come through the workspace.
• Effective organizational and communication skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities throughout the day.