Accounting Clerk

Part-Time, Non-Exempt | 30 Hours/Week | Romeoville, IL

Custom Data Processing, Inc. (CDP) is a premier provider of data management systems and services for the public health community, including the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). We’re looking for a highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team at our Romeoville, IL office. In this role, you’ll support day-to-day accounting and office management activities, including processing bills, invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports, along with handling shipments, ordering supplies, and keeping our document repository organized.

Position Details

• Status: Part-time, non-exempt with benefits
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Ideal schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm CT (with some flexibility)
• Location: On-site at our Romeoville, IL office for the first 6 months. After 6 months, a hybrid schedule can be discussed.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper approvals
• Resolve issues with invoices, vendor inquiries, and accounts payable
• Create and process purchase orders, verifying invoices and approvals
• Process and reconcile employee expense reports
• Handle accounts payable and receivable payments
• Maintain and organize financial records
• Validate vendor tax information and assist with year-end 1099 submissions
• Manage mail, package shipments, and office supply orders
• Perform general office management tasks
• Ensure confidentiality of financial information

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide backup support for payroll reconciliations, accounts receivable, and asset management
• Assist with financial projects and month-end and year-end processes
• Review RFPs and contracts

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in accounting
• 5+ years of experience in accounts payable or clerical accounting roles
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid understanding of general ledger functions and basic accounting principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
• Within a commutable distance of our Romeoville, IL office

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00. Actual compensation within that range is based on factors unique to each candidate during the hiring process. CDP also offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company

To apply, please visit our Careers Center.

About Our Culture

At our core, we value our relationships, both internally and externally. That means we respect everyone’s contributions. Our staff and customers have a seat at the table. We listen, we comment, and we decide our way forward based on what is best for all. Because we are a private company, we do not report to public shareholders, and we do not have quarterly or annual financial targets to meet. Our relationships are paramount because they determine our long-term success.

When everyone feels empowered, everyone succeeds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Custom Data Processing, Inc. to ensure that applicants are considered and employees are treated fairly during their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sex, marital status, ancestry, national origin, veteran’s status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment actions, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, termination, compensation, and selection for training (including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and on-the-job training). We are committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, intimidation, and coercion at all sites and facilities.