Accounting / Data Entry Clerk

Job Purpose

The Accounting and Data Entry Clerk will provide essential support to the accounting team. This role involves performing data entry tasks related to project billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general administrative duties. They will assist in ensuring the smooth financial operation of the business by accurately recording and processing financial information within a fast-paced office environment.

This is an entry level, hourly, in office, position that offers the opportunity to grow within the company and gain valuable experience in the accounting and contracting fields.

About Lemberg Electric

Lemberg Electric is growing our internal support structure and is looking for candidates that want to be employee owners of one of Southeastern Wisconsin's larger contractors. Lemberg has worked on notable projects like the Mayfair Mall and office buildings, Bayshore, Milwaukee Art Museum, Harley Davidson, Concordia University, Children's Hospital, Milwaukee Tool Downtown Corporate Headquarters, Foxconn, IKEA, Meijer Stores, Fleet Farm, Deer District Buildings, Wisconsin Center District, Marquette Campus Town, and many other projects.

If you like dynamic work and creative problem-solving, then Lemberg is the right place. Our teams work side-by-side in environments that are anything but boring. Lemberg takes pride in quality, efficiency in service and customer service. Lemberg and its Construction department is backed by its long-standing reputation in the industry and an assortment of awards and recognition. We are expanding and are looking for individuals who want to grow with us. For more information visit www.lembergelectric.com.

We are currently hiring an Accounting/Data Entry Clerk to be added to our team. If you want to be a part of a growing and supportive team that is dedicated to customer service, please consider joining Lemberg Electric.

Benefits

Company Provided Benefits (no cost to employees)

• Medical Insurance with Prescription Drug coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage Allowance
• Life/AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• LifeLock subscription

Voluntary Benefits

• 401k
• Supplemental Life and AD&D for employees and dependents

Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter project-related financial data (invoices, receipts, purchase orders) into accounting software with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assist with processing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and correct payments to and from vendors and customers.
• Help prepare and track job cost reports, ensuring all project costs are properly documented and allocated.
• Review and reconcile vendor invoices, statements, and payments, escalating discrepancies as necessary.
• Assist with tracking and updating project sales and job status.
• Generate job related financial reports related to project budgets and expenses within the accounting software.
• Track and obtain subcontractor certificates of insurance
• Perform routine clerical tasks such as filing, scanning, and organizing project documents.
• Support the accounting team with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Communicate with field staff and project managers to ensure financial data is accurate and up to date.
• Assist with other general office duties as needed.
• All other duties assigned by your manager.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or data entry role, ideally within the construction or electrical industry.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Spectrum, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Knowledge of basic construction accounting concepts, such as job costing and billing processes.
• Familiarity with the electrical contracting industry is a plus.
• Ability to learn new software and systems quickly.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

Physical demands within this position include but are not limited to: frequent standing, sitting, walking, listening, focusing, using depth perception, using office equipment and the use of hands to handle or touch objects. Long periods of time spent on the computer- typing, using the telephone, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching above shoulders.

**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Lemberg Electric provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Lemberg complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

**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.