Accounting Clerk

About the role

This position is primarily responsible for performing a variety of administrative and clerical and/or office duties in support of an assigned function or location. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, data entry, processing tickets, A/P and A/R, accounting support, and other miscellaneous office administrative and clerical support duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry
• Scan and index documents in electronic system
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Application of tickets to contracts and settlements
• Provide customer support
• Prepare and distribute reports as needed
• Utilize software programs such as word processing and spreadsheets
• Sort and file; electronically and/or paper
• Monitor office supplies and other inventory; order and replace as needed
• May assist with travel arrangements, scheduling meetings, trainings, and other events
• May prepare outgoing mail, collect, sort, and distribute incoming mail
• May greet and direct visitors
• Answer phones, assist callers, take messages, or redirect calls to appropriate party
• May serve as backup to other positions as needed
• Other duties as assigned, including duties specific to the function supported

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent training and experience
• Related working experience
• Preferred: Experience in the functional area supported

Skills

• Working knowledge of basic administrative and clerical functions (answering phones, working with spreadsheets, basic office equipment)
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization
• Strong time management, organizational, and project management skills
• Strong customer service orientation and attention to detail
• Strong team player
• Discretion in handling confidential information

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently
• Ability to sit and/or stand continuously
• Hearing: Perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and make sound discriminations
• Close visual acuity for activities such as preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection, and using measurement devices

Environmental Conditions

• Work primarily indoors with limited exposure to heat and/or cold
• Moderate noise levels in a normal office environment
• Minimal travel required for meetings and trainings

Pay

The expected base pay range for this role is $18.00 - $27.00 per hour. Actual pay offered may vary depending on work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick)
• Wellness programs
• Recognition programs
• Community involvement opportunities