Accounting Clerk

Vantage Apparel; Port Reading (NJ); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay plan

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Education reimbursement

Collaborative environment

Descripción de la vacante

Vantage Apparel is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support daily operations in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting functions. You will process invoices, code transactions, and maintain accurate financial records to keep the books in order.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate across teams. Join a collaborative environment with opportunities for education reimbursement and growth.

Formación

• Associate degree in a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years in accounting, bookkeeping, AP/AR preferred; MS Office and ERP proficiency.
• Strong detail orientation and problem solving.

Responsabilidades

• Process vendor invoices end-to-end in Accounts Payable.
• Code and review high-volume AP transactions for accuracy.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices (3-way matching).
• Assist Billing with daily shipments invoicing.
• Post customer payments and maintain AR files.
• Review AR aging and contact customers on past due balances.
• Prepare monthly General Ledger reconciliations.
• Communicate with internal teams, customers, and vendors on discrepancies.

Conocimientos

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Cross-functional

Organizational skills

Educación

Associate degree in Accounting

Accounting experience (1–3 years)

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

• Competitive compensation plan, base salary, and annual incentive
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long- term disability and wellness programs
• 401-k plan with company match
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Collaborative and Innovative work environment

What sets us apart?

• Competitive compensation plan, base salary, and annual incentive
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long- term disability and wellness programs
• 401-k plan with company match
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Collaborative and Innovative work environment

Company Overview

Vantage Apparel is a leading global supplier of custom logo apparel, offering a wide range of high-quality garments and accessories for corporate, promotional, and teamwear needs. As the exclusive provider of Greg Norman®, POLO® Ralph Lauren®, Xtreme Visibility™, Redwood Classics™, and Lane Seven Apparel, Vantage has been the industry’s top-awarded decorator for 30 consecutive years. Since joining forces with Lynka in 2021 to expand our European presence, we have continued to grow our global reach while earning recognition as an ASI Top 40 Supplier and a PPAI Gold Pyramid Top 100 Supplier (#12 in 2025). With more than four decades of experience and multiple “Best Places to Work” honors, Vantage has been the leading B2B innovator in the promotional apparel industry since 1977, delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to customers worldwide.

ROLE HIGHLIGHTS

The Accounting Clerk plays an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Accounting and Finance department by providing administrative and transactional support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions. This role assists with processing accounting documentation, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring transactions and supporting information are properly organized and processed in a timely manner. With strong attention to detail and organization, the Accounting Clerk supports accurate and efficient daily accounting operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Support daily Accounts Payable operations, including end-to-end processing of vendor invoices.
• Review, code, and process high-volume accounts payable transactions, ensuring accurate entry, mathematical accuracy, appropriate documentation, and compliance with company procedures.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, ensuring accurate three-way matching and documentation.
• Assist the Billing Team with the timely and accurate review and invoicing of prior-day shipments.
• Prepare and post customer payments and other Accounts Receivable transactions and maintain accurate and current customer and credit files within the system.
• Review AR aging reports and contact customers by telephone or email regarding past‑due balances.
• Research and resolve customer account discrepancies and past‑due amounts with assistance from the Credit Manager as needed and prepare customer account status reports as requested.
• Prepare or assist with monthly General Ledger account reconciliations.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members, customers, and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and routine accounting inquiries.

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Proactive, forward‑thinking team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education And/Or Experience Computer Skills

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related administrative experience preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ERP systems required.

At Vantage Apparel we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.