Accounting Clerk

The foundation of our business is strong partnerships with customers and vendors. This role reviews and reconciles accounting transactions daily between our company and those that we are most dependent on to succeed and grow. Therefore, the accounting clerk position is a high profile and pivotal piece of our financial operation. We rely on this role to process accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger transactions and reconcile accounts on time and accurately. The successful applicant will learn and adapt quickly, think independently and be a great team player. The work environment is fast paced and progressive creating an excellent opportunity for learning and growth.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES
• Process, manage and monitor credit card charges, payment discrepancies, refunds, returns and miscellaneous charges
• Enter and balance accounts receivable and payable daily
• Reconcile department accounts
• Accountability for gathering and tracking required customer and vendor forms and maintaining an orderly financial filing system
• Assist with other accounting projects as assigned

ACCOUNTING CLERK QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, experience with windows-based ERP software and 10 key by touch
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization
• Experience reconciling bank statements and general ledger accounts
• Exceptional administrative, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to meet all assigned deadlines accurately and completely
• Ability to think through ambiguity unaided while identifying issues that need escalation instinctively
• Focus on process improvement and efficiency without sacrificing accuracy or completeness
• Natural curiosity to learn, grow and understand the “why” in everything we do

EDUCATION
• College degree preferred, some college or work experience may substitute