Accounting Clerk

Lover's Lane; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility after 1 year of em­

Health insurance after 90 days

Dental insurance after 90 days

Vision insurance after 90 days

Life and Long Term Disability insuranc

Short Term Disability insurance

Employee discount

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lover's Lane in Plymouth, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team. The role focuses on managing Accounts Payable, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the accounting department with clerical and technical tasks.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams, ensure timely payments, and help prepare reports and tax filings while upholding compliance with applicable regulations. Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounting Clerk or in a similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and general ledger posting.
• Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal accounting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage Accounts Payable activities including invoice processing and payment.
• Separate invoices for each division and tag invoices for weekly payment.
• Post vendor invoices to the general ledger and process checks.
• Log expenses to general ledger accounts and notify purchaser of price differences before tagging.
• Manage investigations of amounts due from companies for goods and services purchased.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Prepare reports on the status of payable accounts as directed by the supervisor.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reports.
• Print accounts payable checks on a weekly basis.

Skills

Accounts payable processes

General ledger posting

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

Lover's Lane is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk to join our team in Plymouth, MI. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the Accounts Payable activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the accounting department with various clerical and technical tasks. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.

Location: Plymouth, MI, 48170

Hours are: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Range: (based on experience) $19-21/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage Accounts Payable activities including the processing and payment of invoices.
• Separate invoices for each division of the company and tag invoices for weekly payment.
• Post vendor invoices to the general ledger and process checks within designated time frames.
• Properly match purchase and receiving documents and correctly log expenses to general ledger accounts; notify purchaser of any price differences before tagging.
• Manage investigations of amounts due from companies for goods and services purchased.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Review checks and vouchers to verify correct payment before submission to designated Corporate staff.
• Work closely with vendors and office operations personnel to resolve issues and maintain good relationships.
• Monitor weekly or monthly payment schedules and accounts payable promises, ensuring accurate and timely payments while maximizing available discounts.
• Prepare reports on the status of payable accounts as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensure proper filing and storage of financial records and documentation.
• Arrange payment terms and follow up on collection of accounts receivable.
• Proactively seek cost reduction opportunities within each department.
• Summarize financial details in separate ledgers, journals, or computer files and transfer data to the general ledger.
• Verify records for accuracy and maintain accounts in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reports.
• Print accounts payable checks on a weekly basis.
• Respond to charge-back requests from credit card companies.
• Investigate possible fraudulent transactions and report findings.
• Maintain records of fixed assets.
• Provide technical support and assistance to computer system users within the accounting department.
• Balance ledgers and prepare reports for monthly closing.
• Compute and print completed monthly financial statements.
• File monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounting Clerk or in a similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and general ledger posting.
• Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal accounting regulations.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility after 1 year of employment
• Health insurance after 90 days
• Dental insurance after 90 days
• Vision insurance after 90 days
• Life and Long Term Disability insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance available
• Employee discount
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement