Accounting Clerk

Compunnel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to enhance their finance team. This role focuses on accounts payable, requiring strong Excel skills and a thorough understanding of AP procedures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment while managing vendor invoices and ensuring accurate monthly closings. If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working independently, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic team and further develop your accounting expertise.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or related accounting roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely entry into the accounting system.
• Participate in monthly close processes and reconcile vendor statements.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team. This role will primarily focus on accounts payable (AP) tasks, including processing vendor invoices, reconciling statements, and ensuring accurate monthly close processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong Excel skills, a thorough understanding of AP procedures, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Processing (50%)
• Process vendor invoices for the bookstore and auxiliary vendors
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of invoices into the accounting system
• Monthly Close & Reconciliation (25%)
• Actively participate in the monthly close process by ensuring completion of all accounts payable tasks by month-end deadlines
• Reconcile vendor statements against the accounting system, including reviewing vendor balances and addressing discrepancies
• Prepare and research discrepancies in monthly inventory balance sheet reconciliations in collaboration with unit managers
• Credit and Freight Management (8%)
• Manage credit memos and match them with open invoices
• Reconcile bi-weekly freight bills for all Client bookstores and ensure proper documentation
• Other Accounting Duties (17%)
• Follow up on open accounting items and monitor progress to ensure timely processing and resolution
• Request check refunds for payments on inactive accounts when applicable
• Collaborate with the accounting team and other departments to resolve issues and ensure accurate financial reporting

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable or related accounting roles
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced skills)

Preferred

• Experience with inventory reconciliation and freight billing
• Familiarity with accounting software systems

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal