ACCOUNTING CLERK

Leisure World of Maryland; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Leisure World of Maryland is seeking a full-time Accounting Clerk to support their Customer Service Department. This position involves maintaining accounting records, handling deposits, and assisting in a variety of clerical functions, providing a rewarding opportunity for candidates with relevant education and experience.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent benefits

Challenging and rewarding environment

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma or GED.
• Associates Degree with 2-4 years or Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of experience preferred.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting documents and prepare bank deposits.
• Enter and manage financial data accurately.
• Assist accountants with resident communications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Numerical accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates Degree in accounting or related field

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field

Tools

EXCEL

WORD

Jenark accounting software

Job description

Leisure World of Maryland, a private, age-restricted community comprised of 29 housing associations and 8,000 residents located in Montgomery County, Maryland, seeks a full-time Accounting Clerk to join our Customer Service Department. The scheduled hours : Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM.

JOB PURPOSE

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing accounting support to accountants and accounting

Supervisory staff within the department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES :

• Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records, and research discrepancies
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings, and statements, including remote deposit, which involves sorting out mail, matching coupons, and making a batch for deposit
• Enter key data of financial transactions in database daily
• Compile and sort invoices and checks, process invoices for payment, and checks for deposit
• Issue checks for accounts payable and mail them out
• Record business transactions and keys daily worksheets to general ledger system
• Input type vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records
• Match invoices to check for signature
• Utilize computer systems to run databases, pay bills and order supplies
• Coordinate customer acceptance of payment
• Perform functions in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws
• Handling ACH, monthly deposit, modifying reports, uploading and yearly upload of ACH HOA Fees changes of all associations
• Assist Accountants with resident communications, including payment coupons and mailings
• Distribute association financials and delinquency reports
• Monthly shredding of confidential documents and checks
• Complete personal property tax returns annually
• Positive Pay transmission on a daily basis
• Customer service, including assisting residents and Accountants
• Performs other accounting and clerical functions to support the department as required
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Required
• Associates Degree (two years of college or technical school) in accounting, finance, business administration or related field with 2-4 years of experience
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field, with 0-2 years of

experience.

YEARS AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of experience or Associates Degree with 2-4 years of experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS :

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as spreadsheets, balance sheets, invoices, and correspondence.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to make and verify computations with accuracy, to compile statistical data, and prepare routine reports, and to work under time constraints
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with community residents and outside organizations and agencies at various levels
• Ability to resolve problems in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to take care of customers' needs while following company procedures
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted and pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
• Ability to use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter data, or process information
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge of accounting terms, principles, and processes
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations
• Knowledge and experience with accounting computer applications
• Working knowledge of Jenark accounting software - Preferred
• Proficient in EXCEL, WORD
• Proficient in the use of 10 10-key adding machine.

We can offer you a challenging and rewarding environment with many opportunities to learn, grow and achieve great results. If you want to be a part of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Competitive Salary and excellent benefits.

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