Accounting Clerk/ Assistant

Job Summary:

The Accounting Clerk/Assistant is responsible for performing various financial and administrative tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including classifying, verifying, recording, and computing payables.
• Assist with accounts payable and serve as a back-up to the accounts payable specialist.
• Support the accounts receivable clerk as needed.

Key Tasks:

1. Prepare accounts payable transactions.
2. Enter vendor information into accounting software.
3. Ensure accurate invoice information entry.
4. Process vendor invoices and posting in a timely manner.
5. Conduct cash handling and reconciliation as required.
6. Verify accuracy of transaction and receivables entry into accounting software.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Administrative Support:

• Back up receptionist duties, including greeting visitors at the front desk and answering incoming phone lines.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with accounting software, preferably Epicor; MS Office proficiency required.
• Prior experience with spreadsheets and database software, strong data entry accuracy essential.
• Competent math skills and proven aptitude.
• Prior cash handling experience.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping terminology and practices.
• Professional attitude with ability to interact well with others.
• Ability to match data from various sources for accuracy and completeness.

Safety Requirements:

The team member must be able to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear in an office environment. They must also be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.