Accounting Clerk — AP & Finance Operations

Barnstable-County-Mutual-Insurance-Company; Yarmouth (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnstable-County Mutual Insurance Company in Yarmouth Port, MA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support a collaborative Accounting and Finance team. You will gain hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions, with growth opportunities as you contribute to ongoing improvements and efficiencies.

The role requires motivation, detail orientation, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a supportive office environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of accounting experience preferred, including exposure to AP/AR and related functions.
• College degree not required; relevant experience considered.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.
• Comfort working with numbers and financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn new accounting systems and processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in taking on additional responsibilities over time.

Responsibilities

• Assume primary responsibility for accounts payable operations across three companies, including invoice processing, payment administration, vendor support, and maintaining accurate records.
• Process daily banking transactions and Positive Pay files.
• Process, review, and maintain accounting transactions and documentation.
• Research and help resolve discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain organized accounting files, records, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with recurring monthly accounting activities and reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments to obtain information and resolve questions.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to Accounting.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes through technology and automation.
• Serve as flexible team resource with backup coverage across accounting functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Barnstable-County Mutual Insurance Company in Yarmouth Port, MA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support a collaborative Accounting and Finance team. You will gain hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions, with growth opportunities as you contribute to ongoing improvements and efficiencies.

The role requires motivation, detail orientation, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a supportive office environment.