Accounting Clerk

United Talent LLC; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Medical benefits after 60 days

Stable daytime schedule

Long-term placement

Professional office environment

Job summary

United Talent Staffing is seeking an Accounting Clerk for a Charleston, WV area company. The role covers accounts payable, reconciliation, and routine clerical support in the finance department.

The position is a contract-to-perm opportunity with a daytime schedule. The ideal candidate has an accounting background, strong Excel/Word skills, and attention to detail to ensure accurate processing and reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting with at least 15 accounting credits.
• At least 1 year in accounts payable or similar accounting environment.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify payment registers for accuracy and prepare for check processing.
• Process monthly Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) and utility checks on the 1st and 15th of each month.
• Generate reports for management review.
• Verify tenant account receivables and daily bank deposits.
• Assist with tenant account maintenance including payments, move-ins/outs, transfers and refunds.
• Enter, upload, and print checks for purchase orders and vendor invoices.
• Process manual checks and online payments; void invoices or checks when necessary.
• File paid and approved invoices.
• Process negative rent reports and print checks on the 10th of each month.
• Post late fees and generate tenant notices on the 5th of each month.
• Process, print, and mail rent statements on the 25th of each month.
• Assist with month-end preparation including balancing transfers, security deposits, and summaries.
• Upload monthly Daily Statement of Operations (DSO) and interface with the General Ledger.

Skills

Accounts payable

Data entry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Category: Administrative & Clerical

Location: Charleston, WV

Type: Contract to Perm

Job ID: 1750098

United Talent Staffing is immediately hiring an Accounting Clerk for a local company in the Charleston, WV area.

Job Duties

• Verify payment registers submitted by the Leased Housing Department to ensure accuracy and prepare for check processing
• Process and mail monthly Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) and utility checks on the 1st and 15th of each month
• Generate reports for management review
• Verify tenant account receivables and daily bank deposits
• Assist with tenant account maintenance, including payments, move-ins/outs, transfers, work orders, refunds, and repayment agreements
• Enter, upload, and print checks for purchase orders and vendor invoices
• Process manual checks and online payments; void invoices or checks when necessary
• File paid and approved invoices
• Process negative rent reports and print checks on the 10th of each month
• Post late fees and generate tenant notices on the 5th of each month
• Process, print, and mail rent statements on the 25th of each month
• Assist with month-end preparation including balancing transfers, security deposits, and summaries
• Upload monthly Daily Statement of Operations (DSO), interface with the General Ledger, and create journal vouchers
• Assist with fiscal year-end write-offs and system backups as needed
• Provide clerical support to the finance department
• Maintain a neat and organized work area
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Pay and SHIFT

Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with a 1-hour lunch break and starting pay is $15.75 per hour ( Pay increases to $16.75 per hour if hired on after the contract period)

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting (minimum of 15 accounting credit hours) or equivalent experience
• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable, data entry, or similar accounting environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and office procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to detect errors
• Excellent organization, time management, and confidentiality skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable transportation
• Valid West Virginia driver’s license

Perks & Benefits

• Weekly pay via direct deposit or pay car
• Medical benefits available after 60 days on assignment
• Stable daytime schedule
• Opportunity for long-term placement and advancement
• Professional office environment