SUMMARY

The Accounting Clerk plays a crucial role in supporting the accounting department by performing routine clerical and administrative tasks. This position serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers to the company. Daily tasks will entail invoicing, spreadsheet creating/updating, as well as other general accounting and office functions.

SKILLS

• Excellent speaking and phone communication skills.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Detail oriented and organized.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates or Bachelors in accounting, finance or other business degree.
• Two years general office experience.
• A friendly, professional image and demeanor.
• Experience with MS Word.
• Pleasant phone etiquette

• Answer the phones in a friendly, helpful, and efficient manner.
• Greet vendors, customers, applicants, etc. and direct them to the appropriate company personnel.
• Keep track of the whereabouts of key personnel and process their calls and messages.
• Open and distribute company mail.
• Perform daily billing, reporting, and filing.
• Assist HR Manager with general HR related questions, benefits, and payroll related items.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates or Bachelors in accounting, finance or other business degree.
• Two years general office experience.
• A friendly, professional image and demeanor.
• Experience with MS Word.
• Pleasant phone etiquette.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

• Undergraduate degree with focus on accounting and/or finance.
• At least 6 or more months of experience as a front desk receptionist.
• Two or more years experience with MS Word and knowledge of MS Excel.
• Experience in using accounting software.
• Self-motivated; ability to work with minimal supervision.