Accounting Clerk

CFS; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join its accounting team. This role offers the opportunity to build experience in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, teamwork, and professional development.

Join a stable company with exposure to multiple areas of accounting, including AP, AR, and month-end close. The position requires 2+ years of experience and an associate degree, with proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounting clerk experience.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain financial records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and accounting-related data entry.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Follow company policies and established accounting procedures.
• Respond to vendor and customer inquiries regarding payments and account activity.
• Collaborate with accounting team members on special projects and process improvements.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting department as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software or ERP systems

Job description

About The Company And Opportunity

Our client is a growing, well-established organization seeking an Accounting Clerk to join its accounting team. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build on their experience in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, teamwork, and professional development.

Pittsburgh, PA 15218 | $50,000–$55,000

About The Company And Opportunity

Our client is a growing, well-established organization seeking an Accounting Clerk to join its accounting team. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build on their experience in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, teamwork, and professional development.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Stable, growing company with a strong reputation in its industry
• Supportive team environment with hands-on training and mentorship
• Exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance
• Diverse responsibilities that provide valuable career-building experience
• Collaborative culture that values employee contributions and professional growth
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Accounting Clerk Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• The Accounting Clerk will reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain financial records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and accounting-related data entry.
• The Accounting Clerk will support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Follow company policies and established accounting procedures.
• Respond to vendor and customer inquiries regarding payments and account activity.
• Collaborate with accounting team members on special projects and process improvements.
• The Accounting Clerk will provide general administrative support to the accounting department as needed.

Preferred Qualifications Of The Accounting Clerk Role

• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounting clerk experience.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.