Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in Thomson, Georgia in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on receivables, payment processing, and accurate financial recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, comfortable working with financial data, and able to collaborate effectively to support monthly close activities and ongoing reporting needs.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including reviewing source information, coding transactions, posting entries, and maintaining accurate customer account records.
• Apply incoming payments in accordance with established accounting procedures and ensure transactions are recorded correctly and on time.
• Prepare and transmit electronic bank deposits while confirming completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation.
• Investigate billing differences, reconcile account issues, and work directly with customers to address payment-related questions or concerns.
• Follow up on overdue balances through statements, reminders, and direct outreach to help secure timely collection of outstanding invoices.
• Partner with the Controller and internal team members to support month-end close activities and confirm the reliability of accounting data.
• Produce and maintain internal financial reports while helping uphold accounting controls and data accuracy standards.
• Assist with additional assignments and special projects as needed to support departmental priorities.• Hands-on experience with accounts receivable and general accounting support functions.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes and invoice handling.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence navigating accounting software.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience processing invoices, payments, and related financial documentation.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and resolve billing concerns efficiently.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a structured, deadline-driven environment.