Accounting Support Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

The Account Support Clerk performs a variety of accounting, recordkeeping, reconciliation, and business office support duties and provides support for compliance-related, human resources, safety, and board-related administrative functions. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate records, processing assigned accounting and administrative tasks, completing reconciliations, and supporting reporting and operational needs across the organization. The role works closely with accounting, HR, leadership, and other departments to promote accuracy, organization, confidentiality, compliance, and effective internal service.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Maintains accurate accounting, compliance, and administrative records in accordance with company procedures and records retention requirements.
• Enters invoices, payments, receipts, and other financial or operational information into appropriate accounting or business systems and processes accounts payable, accounts receivable, disbursements, deposits, and related recordkeeping functions as assigned.
• Reviews, tracks, and reconciles company credit card transactions and assigned accounts, including researching and resolving discrepancies and maintaining appropriate supporting documentation.
• Performs account and record cleanup and may provide limited customer-facing front desk support related to account information, payments, and routine billing system functions, as assigned.
• Organizes and maintains supporting documentation for audits, financial reviews, month-end processes, and internal or external reporting requirements.
• Provides backup support for routine accounting functions and higher-level reporting processes, including gathering data, preparing supporting schedules, and organizing work papers for financial, regulatory, and federal reports.
• Provides support for company safety functions, including administrative coordination, record maintenance, training support, documentation, reporting, and other assigned activities.
• Provides support for board-related administrative and meeting functions as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of company operations and effective internal service.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or relevant coursework in accounting, business, administration, human resources, or a related field preferred. Relevant experience in accounting support, payroll administration, office administration, compliance tracking, human resources support, or related business operations is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Core Competencies

Ability to:

• Operate a PC and standard office equipment.
• Work effectively with accounting, payroll, HR, compliance, and spreadsheet or reporting software.
• Maintain accurate records and pay close attention to detail.
• Organize multiple assignments, deadlines, and confidential information effectively.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with employees, leadership, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial, payroll, personnel, compliance, and other sensitive company information.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Adapt to changing priorities and provide reliable backup support in multiple functional areas.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit, see, talk, and hear to interact with staff and perform work on a PC. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The usual work environment is typical of an office environment. Occasional travel may be required for meetings or trainings. Occasional overtime may be required to complete time-sensitive assignments or meet reporting deadlines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with no material or weather-related hazards except those associated with travel.

At Leaco, we’re committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We adhere to a zero-tolerance policy on drugs and alcohol in compliance with federal mandates. Leaco welcomes diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all.

Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Leaco is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

This job description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing Company objectives. It incorporates the most typical duties performed and covers only the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of those duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.