Accounting Clerk

Platte-Valley-Companies; Scottsbluff (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Platte Valley Companies in Scottsbluff, Nebraska is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform routine clerical and accounting tasks across AP/GL functions. You will reconcile accounts, process invoices, monitor tax reporting, and assist in month-end close with strong accuracy.

The role requires basic accounting education or experience and proficiency with Word/Excel, attention to detail, and ability to work with confidential information. This is a full-time position with standard hours.

Qualifications

• Accounting emphasis coursework or relevant experience.
• Experience with accounts payable and general ledger concepts encouraged.
• Ability to learn and adapt to multiple accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Accounts Payable function.
• Code invoices and allocate to affiliates as needed.
• Research and resolve differences in AP records and invoices.
• Ensure necessary authorizations before payment.
• Maintain ACH information for electronic payments.
• Monitor data entry of invoices and expense reports.
• Ensure timely payment of invoices and expense reports.
• Prepare and distribute reports as needed.
• Monitor 1099 NEC/Misc reporting and year-end activities.
• Assist in year-end 1099 reporting.
• Compile quarterly sales and use tax information.
• Calculate and remit use tax.
• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts monthly.
• Prepare meeting packets and minutes as needed.

Skills

Math proficiency

Decision making

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Oral and written communication

Self-starting

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

2-year degree with accounting emphasis

3-5 years’ experience (for III level)

Tools

PC experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Platte Valley Companies, 1212 Circle Drive, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Platte Valley Companies

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of routine and some non-routine clerical/accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related financial area. Reconcile some bank accounts, record information and balance general or subsidiary ledgers, process and compile segments of monthly general ledger close. Communicate with associates to resolve issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for administering the Account Payable function.
• Participate in general ledger coding (incl. allocation to affiliates if necessary) of invoices outstanding to be paid.
• Research, communicate and resolve differences in accounts payable records and invoices.
• Ensures necessary authorizations have been received before payment in disbursed.
• Maintain ACH information for proper electronic payment of invoices and employee reimbursement.
• Monitor and verify data entry of invoices and employee expense reimbursement reports.
• Organize and ensure proper timely payment of all invoices and employee expense reimbursement reports.
• Report preparation and distribution as needed.
• Monitor and maintain 1099 NEC/Misc reporting.
• Oversee and assist in year-end 1099 NEC/Misc reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Compile quarterly sales and use tax information.
• Calculate use tax necessary to be paid on invoices.
• Remit necessary use tax.
• Report timely to state and local agencies sales and use tax information.
• Reconcile various bank accounts on a monthly basis.
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Research, communicate and resolve differences in accounting records.
• Act as a secretary to the various committees, gather & track data to be presented, record & prepare minutes, if necessary.
• Gather data and complete preparation of various meeting packets, if necessary.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications :

The successful candidate will be placed in the I, II, or III level that best aligns with their education, experience and qualifications.

To qualify for an Accounting Clerk I:

• Completed course work with an accounting emphasis or 1 year or experience equivalent preferred.

To qualify for an Accounting Clerk II:

• Completed course work with accounting emphasis or 1-3 years’ experience equivalent.

To qualify for an Accounting Clerk III:

• 2-year degree with accounting emphasis or 3-5 years’ experience equivalent.

A qualified Accounting Clerk candidate will posses the following skills and abilities:

• Math proficiency and aptitude.
• General areas of competency: decision making, dependability, development, environmental safety, evaluation skills, interpersonal skills, prioritizing, problem solving, team skills and time management.
• Demonstrated record of achievement in social and/or extracurricular and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude to handle sensitive operational transactions.
• Professional appearance.
• Effective oral and written communication skills (including telephone).
• Self-sufficient/self-starting.
• Ability to adjust to flexible hours.
• PC experience required.
• Microsoft Word and Excel experience.
• Must be capable of working with and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Physical Requirements:

Light Work - exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Reaching, fingering, grasping, repetitive motions, stooping, crouching, standing, walking, lifting, climbing, kneeling, talking, hearing, pulling, pushing, thinking, concentrating and interacting with others.

You should be capable of performing in a reasonable manner, with or without reasonable accommodation, the activities involved in this job. A description of the activities involved in this job are listed above.

Computer, 10-key adding machine, fax, copier, telephone, calculators and phone system.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Disability/Vets

Platte Valley Companies, 1212 Circle Drive, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, United States of America