Accounting Clerk

PrimeTalent; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow accounting skills

Job summary

A well-respected legal client in St. Louis is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support daily accounting and administrative functions. This role is ideal for individuals early in their accounting career looking for stability and professional growth. Responsibilities include assistance with accounts payable, maintaining financial data accuracy, and supporting invoice processing. Candidates should have 1–3 years of accounting experience or a related degree, with attention to detail and basic Excel proficiency required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience or a relevant degree required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Enter and maintain accurate financial data.
• Help reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Support invoice processing, billing, and expense tracking.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable

Organized

Eager to learn

Basic proficiency with Excel

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

PrimeTalent is partnering with a well-respected legal client in St. Louis to hire an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting and administrative functions. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants stability, hands-on experience, and exposure to a professional services environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Enter and maintain accurate financial data
• Help reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
• Support invoice processing, billing, and expense tracking
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Provide general accounting and administrative support as needed

What They’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience OR
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic proficiency with Excel and accounting software
• Reliable, organized, and eager to learn
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus (not required)

Why This Role

• Great entry-level or early-career opportunity
• Supportive team and structured environment
• Opportunity to grow your accounting skill set