Accounting Clerk - AP & AR

Katalyst Systems Impact; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Katalyst Systems Impact in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an organized Accounting Clerk to support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable in a full-time on-site role.

The position requires 4+ years of AP/AR experience, familiarity with Sage 300 and QuickBooks Online, and strong Excel/data-entry skills. Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility for a 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. shift. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on accounts payable and accounts receivable experience.
• Experience with Sage 300 and QuickBooks Online is highly preferred.
• Excellent Excel skills and strong data-entry accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple company records and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with vendors and customers.
• Independent work style with guidance from the Controller.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable for multiple companies: review invoices, code expenses, and prepare payments.
• Handle accounts receivable: issue invoices, record payments, and follow up on balances.
• Open mail, log checks, and prepare bank deposits.
• Set up vendor and customer records, including W-9 collection.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, and audit prep with the Senior Accountant.
• Respond to vendor/customer inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Scan and file accounting documents and provide general office support.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Excel

Vendor communication

Data entry

Multi-company handling

Independent work

Tools

Sage 300

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounting Clerk – Accounts Payable & Receivable
Cedar Rapids, IA | Full-Time | On-site | Monday–Friday
Pay range: $22–$27/hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility for a 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. schedule.

A well-established shared services company supporting a family of manufacturing and construction businesses is looking for an organized, detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join its finance team in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Working under the direction of a Controller, you'll handle accounts payable and accounts receivable for several companies, keep each company's transactions accurate and on schedule, and help keep the office running smoothly with administrative support.

Experience in construction or manufacturing, is welcome but not required. We're most interested in someone with a solid AP/AR foundation who enjoys steady, well-organized work as part of a collaborative finance team.

Why you should consider this opportunity

• Large footprint with a small-company feel
• Collaborative finance team
• Consistent weekday schedule with some flexibility
• Competitive pay and a full benefits package

What you'll do

• Process accounts payable for multiple companies: review invoices, code expenses, and prepare payments.
• Handle accounts receivable: create invoices, record payments, and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Open and route incoming mail, log checks, and prepare bank deposits.
• Set up and maintain vendor and customer records, including collecting W-9s.
• Support the Senior Accountant with month-end close, account reconciliations, and audit preparation.
• Answer vendor, customer, and internal questions and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Scan, file, and organize accounting records.
• Provide general office support, including phones and supplies, and help other teams as needed.

What we're looking for

• 4+ years of hands-on experience handling combined accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Experience with Sage 300 and QuickBooks Online highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
• Accurate, efficient data entry and strong attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills to track down and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and switch between different companies' work.
• Works independently on daily tasks while taking direction well from the Controller.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication with vendors, customers, and coworkers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance