Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities for a high-tech organization in Huntsville, Alabama. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with large invoice volumes, and skilled at maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced accounting environment. The person in this role will contribute to process efficiency, assist with reconciliations, and help ensure financial records are complete and up to date.

Responsibilities:

- Manage accounts payable data entry and process a high volume of invoices with careful attention to accuracy and timeliness.

- Review purchase orders, invoices, and supporting documents to confirm proper matching and resolve discrepancies before posting.

- Monitor case queues and follow established workflows to keep payable transactions organized and current.

- Provide support for accounts receivable activities, including verifying shipment-related documentation and confirming billing records are complete.

- Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain reliable financial information.

- Partner with the accounting team to identify workflow improvements and recommend more efficient processing methods.

- Maintain accurate records across multiple company entities within the financial system and ensure transactions are coded correctly.

- Use Excel and accounting software to track activity, prepare reports, and support routine accounting operations. Requirements - Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions in an office-based accounting environment.

- Strong data entry skills with the ability to manage detailed financial information accurately.

- Background in invoice processing, including purchase order matching and discrepancy resolution.

- Proficiency with Excel and experience using accounting systems such as Financial Force or Quick Books.

- Ability to perform account reconciliations and follow transactions through completion.

- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a consistent approach to meeting deadlines.

- Comfortable working on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, with a primarily in-office schedule.

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