Account Clerk: Precise Data Entry & Reporting

Petty's Accounting & Tax Service, Ltd.; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Petty's Accounting & Tax Service, Ltd. is seeking an Accountant Clerk in Illinois to support a small accounting team (1–3 members) reporting to the CFO. The role involves data entry, account reconciliation, and assisting with monthly closes to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Required is a minimum of 3 years in accounting, with an Associate degree preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong data entry accuracy.
• Comfortable supporting monthly close processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate data entry and maintain financial records
• Reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assist with financial reporting and documentation
• Support monthly close processes and accounting cycles
• Collaborate with the CFO and accounting team to address discrepancies
• Balance routine administrative tasks with analytical problem-solving

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Petty's Accounting & Tax Service, Ltd. is seeking an Accountant Clerk in Illinois to support a small accounting team (1–3 members) reporting to the CFO. The role involves data entry, account reconciliation, and assisting with monthly closes to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Required is a minimum of 3 years in accounting, with an Associate degree preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong attention to detail are essential for success in this position.