Accounting Clerk

at  Robert Half

We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Accounting Clerk in Orange, Connecticut. The successful candidate will join our team in the manufacturing industry. This role will involve a variety of key responsibilities, including processing invoices, managing cash receipts, maintaining daily inventory data, and assisting senior accounting personnel.

• Manage and process customer invoices, ensuring timely collections and responses to inquiries.
• Handle cash receipts, including bank deposits and posting customer payments to the accounting system.
• Assist in maintaining accurate daily inventory data and contribute to the monthly inventory process.
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices for payment, and process weekly payments.
• Reconcile any discrepancies in invoices to ensure accuracy.
• Aid in the monthly and year-end close process, which includes inventory, bank account, and other financial reconciliations.
• Provide necessary support to senior accounting personnel as required.
• Utilize skills in Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing, Data Entry, Invoice Processing, and Microsoft Excel to perform duties effectively.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Proven experience in Billing procedures and processes.
• Expertise in Data Entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Practical knowledge in Invoice Processing and related software applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, vlookups, and other advanced functions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• High level of integrity and trustworthiness.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software and systems.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development in the accounting field.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks as required.
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