Job Description
The Accounting Clerk will perform complex clerical, bookkeeping, and accounting assignments.
The Accounting Clerk will compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Process accounts payable for assigned co-ops
Process accounts receivable for assigned co-ops
Process checks for assigned co-ops
File for assigned co-ops
Complete additional accounting projects as needed
Assist accountants as needed
Proofs accounting reports for clerical accuracy.
Allocates expenditures to correct accounts according to departmental procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Competencies
Communication: Listens and interprets verbal and non-verbal inputs in order to ensure thoughts and ideas are understood. Determines what information is to be communicated, when and to whom. Shares information seeks feedback from others and provides appropriate follow-up to ensure understanding of both the message and its intent. Expresses ideas respectfully and shares information in a clear and concise manner using the appropriate mode of communication.
Teamwork: Works with others and builds effective relationships to accomplish common team goals and objectives. Shares ideas freely and openly. Receives input from others. Recognizes when compromise is necessary while working towards consensus with a focus on outcomes which reflect the collective need. Accepts responsibility for his/her role as an effective participant.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
Work environment
Accounting Clerks generally work in an office environment.
Physical demands
This position requires sitting at a desk for extended periods of time and significant amount of time on the phone.
Must be able to push/pull/lift up to 30 pounds
Travel required
N/A
Required education and experience
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to type at least 40 words per minute.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Work authorization/security clearance requirements
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulation requires all employees-citizens, residents, and nonresidents-to complete Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification. Employees are not allowed to work in the United States until the Form I-9 is completed and properly documented.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
