Accounting Clerk — AP/AR & Tax Compliance

Sumitomo Electric USA; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric USA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the day-to-day financial operations in Hillsboro, OR. The role involves processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining records, reconciling accounts, and preparing reports to ensure accurate financial data.

You will engage with internal departments, vendors, and customers to resolve discrepancies, support audits, and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• 2 years of accounting clerical experience or an Associate’s degree
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce
• Ability to communicate across departments and levels
• Strong attention to detail and analytics
• Self-initiative and desire to learn
• Ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Safety-first mindset and PPE awareness

Responsibilities

• Process AP invoices
• Assist with sales tax reporting and rate updates
• File state and government reports
• Coordinate with inventory to align purchasing and stock
• Support annual audit with documentation
• Maintain fixed asset records and property tax
• Perform account reconciliations for cash and other accounts
• Adhere to accounting policies and procedures
• Assist with additional accounting/administrative duties as needed
• Collaborate with multiple departments across locations

Skills

AP/AR processing

Financial reconciliations

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Sumitomo Electric USA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the day-to-day financial operations in Hillsboro, OR. The role involves processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining records, reconciling accounts, and preparing reports to ensure accurate financial data.

You will engage with internal departments, vendors, and customers to resolve discrepancies, support audits, and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.