Bookkeeping Clerk

Bookkeeping Clerk

This position serves as a bookkeeping resource to bank customers and other team members. They process bank items, verify, allocate and post transactions, assist customers with resolving errors and issues, code documents, and assist with the general ledger and data processing.

Responsibilities:

• Operates computer programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information.
• Processes bank items that are rejected from regular processing for numerous reasons.
• Debits, credits and totals accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
• Works closely with customers to determine, find and solve individual account errors.
• Codes documents according to company procedure.
• Operates 10-key calculators, copy machine and other office equipment.
• Performs general office duties such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.
• Transfers details from separate journals to general ledgers and/or data processing sheets.
• Maintains subsidiary accounts, customer accounts by verifying, allocating and posting transactions.
• Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in fast-paced office procedures and equipment. Working knowledge of MS Office; accounting/bookkeeping software preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with bank policies and regulations.
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability and willingness to learn and cross-train in other bookkeeping areas within the department.
• Must possess professional communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of personnel and customers.

Education and Experience:

• High school degree or equivalent, plus practical experience beyond basic bookkeeping.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant use of computer screens
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, use hand to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk, see or hear
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Long periods of typing and repetitive motion
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.