Accounting Clerk

Temporary Accounting Specialist

Houston,TX, US

6939128

2 days ago

Experience: Entry Level

Salary: $22 - $25 per hour

A growing distribution and logistics company is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support its finance team. This role handles day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is a strong fit for someone who enjoys keeping transactions accurate, organized, and moving.

• Process accounts payable, including invoice entry, coding, three-way matching, and vendor payment runs
• Support accounts receivable by preparing customer invoices, applying cash receipts, and following up on past-due balances
• Reconcile vendor and customer accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Assist with month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accrual support
• Maintain accurate records in the company's ERP/accounting system
• Review and process employee expense reports and corporate card transactions
• Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries on billing and payment status
• Assist with audit preparation, sales tax support, and other ad hoc projects as needed

• 2+ years of experience in accounting, AP/AR, or a related finance support role
• Experience in distribution, logistics, wholesale, or another high-transaction environment preferred
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and the month-end close process
• Proficiency with an ERP or accounting system (e.g., Net Suite, Quick Books, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, reconciliations)
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Comfortable managing competing deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, but equivalent experience considered

Our client is an established, growing company in the distribution and logistics space, known for its customer-first culture and its commitment to getting customers what they need, when they need it. As the business continues to expand, they’re adding an Accounting Specialist to their finance team for an approximately 6 month long project, with potential to convert to a permanent role.

Join a growing, customer-driven company where your work directly supports day-to-day operations and your contributions are noticed. This contract role offers a real path to a permanent position, giving you the chance to prove yourself and grow with a team that’s on the rise.