Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk

We are seeking an Accounting Clerk for a contract opportunity in Holyoke, Massachusetts, supporting day-to-day financial operations in a university setting. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with numbers, staying organized, and helping keep accounting processes accurate and on track. You will support a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliations, and data entry responsibilities that are essential to the department's daily success.

Based on general knowledge.

What You'll Do

• Process invoices, billing documents, and routine financial transactions with accuracy and attention to deadlines. Based on general knowledge.
• Reconcile accounts, review balances, identify discrepancies, and assist with corrections when needed. Based on general knowledge.
• Support accounts payable activities by reviewing invoice details and preparing items for payment processing. Based on general knowledge.
• Assist with accounts receivable functions, including tracking payments, updating records, and following up according to established procedures. Based on general knowledge.
• Enter financial data into accounting systems and spreadsheets while maintaining organized and complete documentation. Based on general knowledge.
• Use Microsoft Excel and accounting platforms to monitor transactions and help prepare financial records. Based on general knowledge.
• Support debit-related entries and other clerical accounting tasks that contribute to smooth daily operations. Based on general knowledge.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in accounting support, bookkeeping, billing, accounts payable, or accounts receivable. Based on general knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when working with financial information. Based on general knowledge.
• Comfort working with spreadsheets, accounting systems, and transactional data. Based on general knowledge.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a structured environment. Based on general knowledge.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel is preferred. Based on general knowledge.