Accounting Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a construction-focused organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role contributes to accurate invoice handling, account reconciliation, and organized financial recordkeeping across multiple accounting activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing high-volume data entry, coordinating with internal teams, and maintaining precision in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities:
• Review vendor invoices against purchasing records and supporting documents to confirm accuracy before processing
• Assist with day-to-day accounts payable activities, including entering invoices, tracking exceptions, and helping resolve missing or incomplete receipt issues with internal staff
• Reconcile freight-related charges and other billing records to ensure payments align with approved documentation
• Maintain organized digital and physical accounting files by renaming, storing, and retrieving records as needed
• Support billing administration for recurring items such as uniform charges and other routine vendor expenses
• Help accounting staff prepare for month-end and year-end close by updating ledger information and gathering required backup documentation
• Perform reconciliations for company credit cards, bank activity, and selected general ledger accounts to identify and correct discrepancies
• Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed to keep financial records current and audit-ready

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice review, data entry, and payment-related record maintenance
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable and general accounting procedures
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence using accounting software for daily transaction processing
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to reconcile invoices, bank statements, credit card activity, and ledger accounts
• Effective communication skills for following up with internal teams and vendors regarding documentation issues
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage files, deadlines, and multiple priorities efficiently

Compensation

$43,680.00-$52,000.00 Yearly

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