Accounting Clerk

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Description Robert Half has an immediate need for a talented Accounting Clerk. In this position, your responsibilities will include matching invoices to purchase orders and/or vouchers, performing data entry tasks and supporting the process of Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R). This dynamic team environment offers advantages such as a great work space/office, terrific benefits, and excellent opportunities for career advancement. This permanent role is for an Accounting Clerk in the Saint Paul, Minnesota, area.Key responsibilities- Assist with other related duties and special projects as assigned- Handle accounts payable tasks: vendor invoices and disbursement filing, A/P invoice matching & filing- Use knowledge of expenditure codes and accounting codes to accurately code documents- Handle Accounts Receivable tasks: process daily invoices/credit, apply cash receipt, and help with collection of past due balance- Reconcile discrepancies by examining possible sources of disagreement, recreating likely actions, and identifying the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as needed- Post financial information to journals and ledgers- Perform general accounting tasks, such as G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, and other ad hoc projects- Create statements and reports that require the use of a number of sources Requirements - AA or BS/BA in Accounting or related field preferred- Excellent data entry skills- Cash applications experience desired- Experience with Accounts Payable (AP)- Adeptness in Purchase Orders- Payment Processing experience- Proficiency in Ordering Office Supplies- Demonstrated knowledge of credit analysis- General familiarity with Administrative Assistance- Accounts Receivable (AR) experience required- Prior knowledge in Spreadsheet and ERP system- Be able to prioritize workload and perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment- 2+ years of accounting experience required Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. - 2022 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .

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