Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in Thomson, Georgia in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on receivables, payment processing, and accurate financial recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, comfortable working with financial data, and able to collaborate effectively to support monthly close activities and ongoing reporting needs.

Responsibilities:

- Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including reviewing source information, coding transactions, posting entries, and maintaining accurate customer account records.

- Apply incoming payments in accordance with established accounting procedures and ensure transactions are recorded correctly and on time.

- Prepare and transmit electronic bank deposits while confirming completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation.

- Investigate billing differences, reconcile account issues, and work directly with customers to address payment-related questions or concerns.

- Follow up on overdue balances through statements, reminders, and direct outreach to help secure timely collection of outstanding invoices.

- Partner with the Controller and internal team members to support month-end close activities and confirm the reliability of accounting data.

- Produce and maintain internal financial reports while helping uphold accounting controls and data accuracy standards.

- Assist with additional assignments and special projects as needed to support departmental priorities. Requirements - Hands-on experience with accounts receivable and general accounting support functions.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable processes and invoice handling.

- Proficiency with Quick Books and confidence navigating accounting software.

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

- Experience processing invoices, payments, and related financial documentation.

- Ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and resolve billing concerns efficiently.

- Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and internal stakeholders.

- Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a structured, deadline-driven environment.

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