What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at Highland Ventures?
Accounting Clerk
Reports to: Controller
Location: Brentwood, TN
JOB DESCRIPTION
About Highland Ventures
Highland Ventures is a national venture management company focused on strategically developing and operating business subsidiaries centered around its real estate portfolio. A family-owned business, Highland Ventures operates in the real estate, foodservice, and healthcare industries.
Role Summary
We are seeking a diligent and adaptable Accounting Clerk to contribute to our payment operations and support our accounting department with basic tasks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is interested in expanding their accounting expertise while contributing to our office's overall efficiency.
Essential Functions
- Verify, code, process, and pay invoices using AvidXchange and Sage Intacct
- Handle the full cycle of accounts payable activities including ensuring timely payments of invoices, maintaining accurate records and control reports
- Manage vendor relations and reconcile vendor statements
- Assist in month-end closing procedures and support the accounting team with journal entries and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare analysis of accounts, as needed
- Assist with audit preparations by providing necessary documentation and explanations
- Offer administrative support to other departments, such as data entry, file management, and other ad hoc tasks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in managing financial records
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding financial information
- Flexibility and willingness to learn
- Technologically savvy
Position type and expected hours of work
This is a full-time, on-site position located in our Brentwood, TN headquartered office. Work days are Monday through Friday, typically 9am to 6pm.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
