Accounting Clerk

Description

We are looking for an organized Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in New Hyde Park, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling transactional accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and working with both incoming and outgoing payments. The role calls for strong attention to detail, confidence with accounting software, and the ability to keep financial information current and well organized.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor invoices, verify supporting details, and prepare payments in a timely and accurate manner.

- Record customer payments, track outstanding balances, and help maintain up-to-date accounts receivable information.

- Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and consistency.

- Review invoice information for completeness, resolve discrepancies, and support smooth invoice processing workflows.

- Reconcile account activity and assist with routine reviews to identify missing or incorrect entries.

- Organize financial files and supporting documentation so records remain accessible and audit-ready.

Requirements

- Experience handling accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in a detail-focused setting.

- Strong data entry skills with a focus on precision and timeliness.

- Background in invoice processing, including reviewing, recording, and tracking invoices.

- Solid attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple accounting tasks efficiently.

- Comfortable working with numbers, maintaining records, and following established financial procedures.

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