Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Russell Springs, Kentucky. This role will handle core accounting activities such as reconciliations, transaction recording, reporting, and invoice support while helping maintain accurate and compliant financial records. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across teams to resolve issues, strengthen processes, and provide dependable financial information.

Responsibilities:
• Manage daily accounts payable activity, including entering invoices and helping ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Complete account reconciliations and review balance sheet activity to identify discrepancies and support accurate reporting.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by preparing entries, validating financial data, and maintaining organized documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of reports related to accounts payable, diversity tracking, and other recurring financial reporting needs.
• Investigate unmatched receipts, open invoices, and payment variances, then follow through to resolve outstanding items.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining clear and accurate records of financial transactions.
• Support tax preparation, audit activities, and quarterly physical inventory counts by gathering data and coordinating required documentation.
• Review employee expense submissions, reconcile related records, and assist with travel arrangement coordination as needed.
• Partner with internal teams to improve accounting workflows, strengthen financial controls, and provide analysis that supports business decisions.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoice processing.
• Working knowledge of core accounting practices and the ability to maintain accuracy in financial records.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence using accounting systems for data entry and transaction review.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to research discrepancies, reconcile accounts, and resolve payment-related issues efficiently.
• Comfortable assisting with close activities, reporting tasks, and documentation for audits or tax-related work.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a detail-oriented environment.

Compensation

$17.10-$19.80 Hourly

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