Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Payable/Accounts Receivable/Billing to support day-to-day financial operations for a services organization in Reading, Pennsylvania. This role focuses on maintaining accurate transaction records, coordinating payment activity, and helping ensure smooth processing across payables, receivables, and expense administration. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and a thoughtful approach to working with internal teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Record incoming client payments accurately and apply receipts to the appropriate accounts.

• Examine invoices for completeness, coding, and required approvals before releasing them for payment.

• Manage vendor disbursements by organizing payment schedules according to established terms and deadlines.

• Assist with preparing check runs and ensuring payments are processed in a timely manner.

• Compare vendor statements against internal records and investigate discrepancies to resolution.

• Review corporate card activity and employee reimbursement submissions to confirm policy compliance and proper documentation.

• Maintain current vendor data and update records as needed to support accurate payment processing.

• Respond to vendor questions promptly and help resolve account or payment-related issues.

• Assign expenses to the correct general ledger accounts and cost centers while supporting other accounting projects as needed.

• High school diploma required; coursework or a degree in Accounting or Business is preferred.

• experience in accounting support, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related function.

• Working knowledge of invoice processing, billing, data entry, and payment application procedures.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, in a Windows-based environment.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy across high-volume transactional work.

• Effective time management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Strong problem-solving skills, especially in reconciliations and issue resolution.

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