Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

The Accounting Clerk (Accounts Receivable) is responsible for recording and reporting financial information related to business activities. The Accounting Clerk will maintain financial records and data in accordance with GAAP standards. This role assists with all facets of accounting, accounting information systems, banking relationships, data processing, and internal controls. Responsibilities include functions of accounts receivable, payroll, financial analysis, cash management, and banking functions.

The Accounting Clerk performs the following (including but not limited to) :

Receive data for entry into the accounting system, such as income, expenses, returned checks, bank charges, and labor hours / codes.

Manually record information into the accounting system, including accounts receivable, banking, accounts payable, and payroll.

Maintain a manual file system to store hard-copy documents after entry into the record-keeping system, including filing.

Generate ad-hoc reporting as needed.

Maintain files and support the overall organization of the accounting department.

Review and correct monthly general ledgers as instructed.

Apply grant allocations as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS REQUIRED

B.A. in Accounting and / or equivalent.

Minimum of three years of accounting experience.

Prior experience with a variety of general accounting or Accounting Clerk tasks.

Intermediate knowledge of QuickBooks, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

2+ years of advanced QuickBooks experience (required).

Strong written, oral, and organizational skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within the department and with program staff.

Professional demeanor, flexibility, and ability to respond to multiple demands.

Nonprofit accounting experience (required).

On-site work only.