Job Posting for Accounting Clerk at GENERAL OFFICE SUPPLY
Duties/Responsibilities:
Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
Creates reports regarding the status of customer accounts as requested.
Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in accounting or relevant certification is a plus
At least two years of related experience preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Physical setting:
Office
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
Lafayette, LA 70508: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Salary.com Estimation for Accounting Clerk in Lafayette, LA
$39,087 to $49,001
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