Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations for a fully onsite team in Quincy, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings billing exposure, strong data accuracy, and a practical understanding of core accounting processes. The person in this role will help keep payment activity, documentation, and account records organized while contributing to efficient administrative support across the function.

Responsibilities:
• Receive and organize incoming mail, then prepare payment items for timely processing.
• Enter payment details with accuracy, assist with deposit activities, and help reconcile batch totals.
• Maintain financial records by scanning, indexing, and filing supporting documents such as tax forms and mailing confirmations.
• Update account notes and prepare routine written communications related to payment and account activity.
• Support collection-related tracking, reporting, and general clerical administration for the accounting team.
• Assist with check voids, account removals, and abandoned property tasks in accordance with established procedures.
• Help ensure documentation is complete and accessible to support daily accounting operations and audit readiness.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in billing, accounting support, or a similar financial operations role.
• Working knowledge of general accounting and finance principles.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, data entry, or invoice processing.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in repetitive transaction work.
• Comfortable managing paperwork, digital records, and administrative tasks in an onsite office environment.
• Ability to organize priorities, meet deadlines, and handle routine reporting responsibilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting activity and preparing correspondence.

Compensation

$22.00-$25.00 Hourly

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