Accounting Clerk

Description

Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing accounting and administrative support for the day-to-day business operations in our corporate office. The Accounting Clerk will perform a combination of routine calculating, Accounts Receivable, posting and verifying to obtain and process financial data for use in maintaining accounting records for our multi-state locations.

• Collects, sorts and processes A/R checks and credit card payments.
• Processes daily bank deposits and cash application as needed.
• Processes debit and credit memos in the collections database as instructed.
• Supports supervisory and executive staff by performing any assigned accounting and clerical tasks.
• Assists other accounting personnel with any tasks conducted with the accounting department, or any tasks that require accounting personnel to take part.
• Opens and distributes department mail.
• Keys in or types up any documents or items that the accounting department is responsible for.
• Confirms credit card expenditures have proper documentation and approval.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements.
• Sorts documents; files, codes, logs, reviews for accuracy, and matches supporting documents.
• Researches processing problems, contacts departments and vendors to resolve problems and expedites payment, and responds to inquiries by telephone or in writing; refers complex problems for solution.
• Assists department with month-end closing process.
• Prepares simple journal entries in the general ledger system.
• Takes inventory as needed.
• Creates and maintains spreadsheets in Excel.

• Assist with providing documentation for management, auditors and other external parties.
• Develops job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Complies with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Provides proposals for continual improvement of position.
• Offers support and guidance during audits.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

• Two years accounting or administrative experience preferred.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• A comprehensive understanding of accounting practices and procedures.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficient in Microsoft word and outlook.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with privacy requirements.
• Highly ethical with the ability to work cooperatively with other departments without compromising internal controls.
• Demonstrate courteous behavior and respect to fellow employees, vendors, and clients.
• Accept supervision, constructive criticism, and work cooperatively with others.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and analyze financial reports.