Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support core financial operations for a Contract position based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with financial data, and comfortable handling a broad range of accounting tasks in a fast-moving environment. The person in this position will contribute to daily accounting activities, assist with close processes, and help keep reporting and records accurate and audit-ready.

Responsibilities:

• Manage invoice intake, coding, and payment processing while maintaining productive communication with vendors and keeping supplier records current.

• Track spending against budgets in QuickBooks Online and record transactions accurately to support reliable financial reporting.

• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and employee expense activity, researching discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.

• Assist with monthly closing work by preparing journal entries and maintaining schedules related to accruals and prepaid expenses.

• Compile financial reports and supporting documentation to help ensure statements are complete, accurate, and delivered on time.

• Provide accounting support for year-end activities, including audit preparation, document gathering, and 1099 reporting requirements.

• Review payroll-related records tied to Paychex processing, including reconciliation of payroll activity and coordination of timecard submissions.

• Help improve day-to-day accounting workflows and maintain organized digital files for financial documentation and supporting records.

• At least 2 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a smaller team where responsibilities span multiple functions.
• Demonstrated proficiency with QuickBooks Online in an accounting setting that requires strong attention to detail.
• Practical experience supporting month-end close activities and performing account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, accrual accounting, prepaid expenses, and preparation of financial statements.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial data.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and manage competing deadlines.
• Familiarity with payroll platforms such as Paychex and exposure to tools like Melio or audit support processes is preferred.