Accounting Clerk

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing is seeking an Accounting Clerk in Portland, OR to join a growing accounting team. The role involves handling accounts payable and receivable, posting payments, and maintaining financial records, while supporting month-end close and journal entries.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in accounting support, proficiency in Excel, and strong attention to detail and communication skills for a collaborative, growth-minded environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an Accounting Clerk, AP, AR, or bookkeeping role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare invoices, post payments, and maintain financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with bank reconciliations.
• Support month-end close activities and journal entry preparation.
• Maintain vendor and customer account information; assist with data entry, filing, and reporting.
• Collaborate with staff accountants and accounting leadership on special projects and financial reporting support.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Tools

Accounting software systems

Job description

Accounting Clerk

Location: Portland, OR
Pay Range: $24-$26

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and growing organization, is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join their accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The Accounting Clerk will gain exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general accounting processes while working alongside experienced accounting professionals.

Why Join / Company Highlights

• Stable and growing organization with a collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to expand accounting skills and advance within the finance department
• Strong leadership team committed to employee development and process improvement

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently
• Prepare invoices, post payments, and maintain financial records
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with bank reconciliations
• Support month-end close activities and journal entry preparation
• Maintain vendor and customer account informationAssist with data entry, filing, and reporting within the accounting system
• Collaborate with Staff Accountants and accounting leadership on special projects and financial reporting support

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or Bookkeeping role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills

About CFS

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) is a leading employee-owned staffing firm dedicated to placing accounting, finance, and professional talent. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, our employee-owners are personally invested in delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships. Through our partnership with CPA Firm Foundations, we are committed to developing the next generation of accounting and finance professionals and helping organizations build strong, successful teams.