Accounting Clerk

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in Penn Yan, New York. This Contract-to-hire position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and helping keep accounting processes organized and efficient. The role will contribute to both payables and receivables activities while ensuring timely data entry, invoice handling, and reliable documentation.

This is a full-time, fully on-site position.

Responsibilities:

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

- Record customer payments, update account balances, and assist with maintaining current receivables records.

- Enter financial and transactional data into accounting systems with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.

- Use Quick Books to maintain accounting entries, review records, and support routine financial tracking activities.

- Organize, scan, and file accounting documents so records remain accessible and audit-ready.

- Reconcile invoice details and account information to identify discrepancies and support prompt resolution.

- Assist with regular reporting and provide administrative accounting support to help daily operations run smoothly.

Requirements - Experience handling accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks in an office or accounting environment.

- Working knowledge of Quick Books and confidence navigating accounting software for daily transactions.

- Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

- Familiarity with invoice processing and the ability to manage documentation efficiently.

- Ability to maintain organized filing systems for financial records and supporting documents.

- Good communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external contacts.

- Reliable time management skills with the ability to handle recurring tasks and meet deadlines.

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