AP​/AR Accounting Clerk

Duties

• Basic Accounting Knowledge.
• Understanding of accounting principles (debits, credits, general ledger).

• Hands-on use of Quick Books.
• Common tasks:
  • Creating and sending invoices (AR).
  • Recording customer payments (AR).
  • Entering bills and managing vendors (AP).

• Managing customer accounts.
• Monitoring aging reports.
• Following up on overdue invoices.
• Processing credit memos.
• Cash application (matching payments to invoices).

• Processing invoices and approvals.
• Matching purchase orders, receipts, and invoices (3-way match).
• Scheduling and issuing payments (checks, credit cards).
• Vendor communication and dispute resolution.
• Reimbursement employees.

• Attention to detail (very important for financial accuracy).
• Organization and time management.
• Communication skills (especially for collections or vendor interactions).
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with:
  • Invoicing (AR).
  • Billing and collections (AR).
  • Vendor payments and expense tracking (AP).

• Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial concepts.
• Proficiency with accounting software including Quick Books, Quicken, Sage, Xero, People Soft or equivalent systems.
• Experience with SOX compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong communication skills for financial report writing and interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.