Job Description: Accounting Clerk
We are seeking a highly organized and self-driven Accounting Clerk to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have experience with Intacct/QuickBooks, demonstrating proficiency in managing accounts payable processes and ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining the financial health of our organization by efficiently handling supplier payments and supporting the overall accounting operations.
Responsibilities:
1. Process and manage accounts payable/receivable transactions using financial software.
2. Review and verify invoices, expense reports, credit card statements and payment requests for accuracy and adherence to company policies.
3. Code and input invoices into the accounting system, ensuring proper allocation to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
4. Receive and accurately record incoming deposits from intercompany and outside customers, make bank deposits.
5. Perform supplier statement reconciliations to ensure all invoices and payments are accurately recorded.
6. Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding invoice discrepancies, payment status, and other accounts payable inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
7. Monitor accounts payable aging and take necessary actions to ensure payments are made on time.
8. Assist in month-end closing activities including accruals, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
9. Collaborate with the finance team to streamline processes and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
10. Maintain organized and well-documented records for all transactions.
11. Support the finance department in various ad-hoc tasks and projects.
12. Must have the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects efficiently.
13. Create, maintain, and manipulate various Excel spreadsheets.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is a plus.
2. Proven experience in the financial services industry.
3. Knowledge of Intacct/QuickBooks software and Microsoft products would be helpful.
4. Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail to ensure accurate and error-free data entry.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with vendors and internal teams.
6. Self-driven and able to work independently while also being a collaborative team player.
7. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures.
8. Familiarity with general ledger coding and account reconciliation processes.
9. Ability to meet deadlines and handle a high volume of invoices efficiently.
10. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; ability to resolve issues as they may arise.
Join our dynamic team and contribute to our financial success by ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of transactions. If you are a detail-oriented and organized individual with Intacct/QuickBooks experience, along with excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply for this role and help us achieve our financial goals.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Schedule:
Experience:
- QuickBooks: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Vicksburg, MS 39180 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Vicksburg, MS 39180: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person