ACCOUNTING CLERK JOB DESCRIPTION

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We are looking for an organized, efficient Accounting Clerk with an eye for detail
and a high level of accuracy. Accounting Clerks can expect to handle
communications with vendors, clients, and internal departments, assist with
inventory, database, and record maintenance, prepare financial reports, issue
checks and make deposits, and generally ensure that the office operations are
running smoothly. You should be professional and courteous with strong computer
skills and a thorough understanding of accounting and financial principles.

To succeed as an Accounting Clerk, you should be a skilled multi-tasker with

excellent time management, computer, and communication skills. Candidates
should understand and abide by all accounting procedures and principles and have
a commitment to behaving ethically in the workplace.

Accounting Clerk Responsibilities:

 Performing basic office tasks, including answering phones, responding to

emails, processing mail, filing, etc.

 Maintaining a database, ensuring that records are complete and current.

 Recording information, processing, and filing forms.

 Preparing checks, deposits, budgets, and financial reports.

 Updating ledgers, researching and resolving discrepancies.

  Abiding by all company procedures and accounting principles.

 Responding appropriately to the vendor, client, and internal requests.

 Ensuring Accounting Department runs smoothly and efficiently.

Accounting Clerk Requirements:

 A High School diploma is required, and more education and experience are
generally preferred.

 Comprehensive knowledge of accounting procedures and principles.

 Ethical behaviour when dealing with sensitive financial information.

 High level of accuracy and efficiency.

 Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

 Courteous, professional manner, strong customer service skills.

 Computer literacy and, strong typing skills, and experience with accounting
software may be required.

 Attention to detail.

 Willingness to comply with all company, local, state, and federal financial
regulations