Accounting Clerk: Excel & Reconciliation Focus

ICON Consultants, LP; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON Consultants, LP is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations within a busy accounting team. This role involves AP/AR support, journal entries, and expense processing, reporting to the Accounting Manager.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in accounting, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), and a solid grasp of accounting principles. Excellent time management and independent work ability are essential for success in this office-based position.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in an accounting or finance environment
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Spreadsheet analysis and reporting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare accounts payable invoices
• Enter customer invoices and support accounts receivable activities
• Perform collection calls and AR tracking
• Assist with account reconciliations and exception reporting
• Prepare journal entries
• Audit and process employee expense reports
• Reconcile employee advance accounts
• Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation
• Scan, file, and archive documents in accordance with retention policies
• Support audits and annual reporting activities
• Assist with special accounting projects as assigned
• Perform weekly Time & Labor Administrator responsibilities
• Review and maintain labor reporting records
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and reporting requirements
• Create and maintain Excel Pivot Tables
• Perform VLOOKUP functions and data analysis in Excel
• Assist with reporting, reconciliations, and financial data verification
• Communicate regularly with vendors, employees, and internal stakeholders
• Follow accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements
• Provide support to the accounting team as needed

Skills

Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Verbal & Written Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Costpoint

Hyland software

Job description

ICON Consultants, LP is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations within a busy accounting team. This role involves AP/AR support, journal entries, and expense processing, reporting to the Accounting Manager.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in accounting, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), and a solid grasp of accounting principles. Excellent time management and independent work ability are essential for success in this office-based position.