What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at SEEK Careers Staffing?
Accounting Clerk
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Clerk to join our team. This role will primarily focus on taxes, accounts payable and receivable functions, requiring the ability to manage tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure, especially during peak tax season. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of basic accounting principles and experience with debits and credits. Knowledge of accounting and tax services is a plus.
Position – Accounting Clerk
Job Location – Wauwatosa, WI
Starting Date – Immediate
Employment Term – Direct Hire
Employment Type – Full-Time
Work Hours (Shift) – 1st Shift (8am-5pm)
Starting Pay – $42,000 Salary
Benefits – Medical, 401(K), Paid Vacation
Required Education – High School Diploma/GED, Associate Preferred
Required Experience – At least 2 years of experience
Responsibilities:
- Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Process invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers and checkbooks.
- Assist with client file management and organization.
- Assist with general accounting tasks as needed.
- Contribute to a high-volume tax return processing environment (approximately 800-900 returns annually).
Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field (desired).
- Proven experience in accounts payable and/or receivable.
- Strong understanding of debits and credits.
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Office Suite).
- Knowledge of accounting and tax services is a plus.
Please send your resume to milwnorth@seekcareers.com.
Keywords: (accounting, accounting clerk, accounts payables, accounts receivables)
About SEEK Careers/Staffing
You are a person with unique skills, experience and education.When you want to be heard and when you want to be matched with great career opportunities that are right for you, you can count on SEEK Careers/Staffing, Inc.Since 1971, our professional staffing consultants have been Servicing Your Success®.You’ll find that the process is thorough and that your experience is personalized.
SEEK Careers/Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, genetic, military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
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