Accounting Clerk

Summary: We are looking for a highly detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our fast-paced Accounting Department. This position involves heavy daily data entry, with responsibility for processing 300+ vendor invoices per day along with accounts payable and receivable tasks. Accuracy, speed, and organization are critical in this role. The ideal candidate thrives in high-volume environments and maintains professionalism when working with customers, vendors and coworkers. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of vendor invoices (manual and EDI)
• Complete accounts payable check runs
• Reconcile A/P and A/R with the database and general ledger daily
• Scan and process accounts receivable payments using a banking scanner
• Respond to vendor and member inquiries professionally and promptly
• Apply and reconcile member payments; apply late fees or interest charges as needed
• Handle billing issues and adjust member due dates when necessary
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations
• Support other accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong data entry skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with standard office software and accounting systems
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a high-volume setting

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience

Skills and Competencies:

• Time management and organizational skills
• High degree of accuracy and thoroughness
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Computer proficiency and ability to work with accounting tools 

Additional Information: 

• Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Work Environment: Professional office setting using standard office equipment
• Physical Demands: Primarily sedentary; regular use of computer and telephone
• Travel: None required
• Supervision: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

Pay Range:

In New York, the compensation for this position ranges from $24.00-$25.00 per hour.  Actual compensation will be dependent upon the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills and certifications.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time