Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in Danvers, Massachusetts in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports essential day-to-day accounting operations and is well suited for someone who is organized, accurate, and comfortable handling financial records in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute across payables, receivables, billing, and payroll-related tasks while assisting with month-end and year-end accounting activities.

This is a PART-TIME position, with the potential of growing to full-time hours if wanted.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, confirm supporting documentation, and ensure timely payment through standard and ACH methods.

• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records by preparing invoices, posting customer payments, and following up on outstanding balances.

• Enter financial and transactional data into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Support billing activities by generating customer invoices, reviewing charges, and resolving discrepancies as needed.

• Assist with payroll-related administrative tasks by organizing records and helping verify payment information.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with vendors to address questions, reconcile account issues, and support smooth payment operations.

• Prepare account details and documentation needed for month-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting support.

• Provide year-end assistance by organizing financial information and helping the team complete required accounting tasks.

• Use Excel and Deltek to track transactions, update records, and support daily accounting workflows.

Qualifications:

• Experience handling accounts payable and accounts receivable responsibilities in an accounting or finance support role.
• Strong data entry skills with a consistent focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Background in invoice processing, billing support, and payment application.
• Familiarity with ACH payment processing and general vendor account coordination.
• Working knowledge of Excel for organizing, reviewing, and maintaining financial data.
• Experience using Deltek or a similar accounting system in a detail-focused setting.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain organized records in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$25.00-$30.00 Hourly

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