Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth processing of accounts payable and receivable. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a solid background in Quick Books and data entry.

Responsibilities:

- Process accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely payment to vendors.

- Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing and tracking payments.

- Utilize Quick Books to maintain and update financial records efficiently.

- Perform data entry tasks to ensure all financial information is accurately recorded.

- Handle invoice processing, verifying details and resolving discrepancies.

- Assist in reconciling accounts to ensure financial data integrity.

- Generate financial reports as required to support decision-making processes.

- Communicate with vendors and clients to address payment-related inquiries.

- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

- Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and workflows. Requirements - Previous experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

- Proficiency in using Quick Books for financial record-keeping.

- Excellent data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

- Familiarity with invoice processing and reconciliation tasks.

- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

- Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors and clients.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

- Knowledge of financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance.

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