Accounting Clerk I

Wind Creek Hospitality; Atmore (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality is seeking an Accounting Clerk I in Alabama to perform clerical and bookkeeping activities within the Accounting department. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, invoice review, and maintaining an audit trail to support timely transactions.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (or progress toward completion), 6 months of related experience, and familiarity with Excel/Word/Outlook. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED (or in progress) with completion within 6 months.
• Two-year associate degree in business or accounting, or enrollment in such a program.
• Six months of bookkeeping/accounting/audit experience.
• Basic knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook; pass a skills test (70%).
• Experience with accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred.
• Proficient with a 10-Key calculator and accurate keyboard typing.

Responsibilities

• Enter approved data in accounting systems to process transactions with proper internal controls.
• Perform administrative tasks including preparing post office packages and filing.
• Review invoices, bills, vouchers, payroll, or other documents for corrections before processing.
• Balance/reconcile transactions and maintain an audit trail.
• Maintain organized files and ensure documentation is accessible.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree in business or accounting

Enrollment in a degree program (2/4-year)

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Job description

Job Overview

The Accounting Clerk I position performs a variety of clerical and bookkeeping/accounting activities in support of the Accounting department. The job duties require basic knowledge of bookkeeping procedures.

Description

The Accounting Clerk I position performs a variety of clerical and bookkeeping/accounting activities in support of the Accounting department. The job duties require basic knowledge of bookkeeping procedures.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Enters approved data in accounting system(s) to process transactions in a timely, comprehensive manner following document procedures and proper internal control practices
• Performs a variety of administrative work including, but not limited to, preparing post office packages for delivery and filing
• Possesses the ability to be self-directed while exercising judgment and discretion in completing assignments
• Reviews invoices, bills, vouchers, payroll or other documents for corrections before the initiation of processing activities
• Updates data by executing appropriate corrections, additions and deletions; Balances/reconciles transactions, accounts/data entry in accordance with standard practice
• Prepares work in a manner that results in a complete and evident audit trail
• Possesses good organizational skills and maintains files in a timely and complete manner and ensures that all documentation is filed appropriately and is accessible as required
• Questions/validates data provided, gathers additional information, requests clarification/backup documentation, corrects inaccuracies to address other needs/issues prior (or subsequent) to the initiation of processing activities
• Maintains positive internal customer relationships by providing prompt and appropriate responses to inquiries, issues, and concerns when appropriate
• Keeps supervisor informed of non-routine issues and refers matters outside assigned scope of authority to appropriate individuals
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Two-year (2) associate degree in business, accounting or related field- required
• OR Actively enrolled in a two-year or four-year degree program to obtain a business or accounting degree- required
• Six months of previous bookkeeping, accounting and/or audit experience- required
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook (a skills test will be administered and candidate must achieve at least 70% skills pass rate)- required
• Experience with accounting systems required; Microsoft Dynamics GP experience- preferred
• Must be proficient and accurate in operating a 10-Key calculator and in accurately and efficiently typing on a computer keyboard
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time and view information displayed on a computer screen
• Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items while working at assigned desk area
• Must be able to work various hours as needed including weekends, or nights
• Must be able to get along well with all levels of the organization and excel in a team oriented environment
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a Tribal Gaming License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) as a requirement for this position
• Must have willingness and ability to work in a smoke/secondary smoke environment

NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE IN HIRING POLICY SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to office of the President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality.