Accounts Clerk

Colonial Midwest Imports Inc.; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Colonial Midwest Imports Inc. is seeking an Accounts Clerk to join the finance team in Champaign, IL. You will handle timely processing of customer payments, correct account details, and create invoices with precision. Strong communication and math skills are essential for accuracy.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in accounting, practical Excel and QuickBooks Online experience, and a detail-oriented mindset to ensure reliable financial records and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Two years accounting experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and accounting software.
• Familiarity with Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online; Acumatica a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Processing and accurately recording transactions.
• Maintaining detailed records of payments and account statuses.
• Sending reminders regarding overdue payments.
• Researching account discrepancies and resolving issues.
• Creating accurate and informative reports.
• Collaborating with other departments to gather information and develop repayment plans.
• Communicating with clients regarding payments on their accounts.

Skills

Strong communication

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks Online

Acumatica

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Competitive salary

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an Accounts Clerk to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of customer payments. Your duties will include reviewing account information and correcting errors, creating invoices, and other administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator with strong mathematical skills and a commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Processing and accurately recording transactions
• Maintaining detailed records of payments and account statuses
• Sending reminders regarding overdue payments
• Researching any account discrepancies and taking appropriate action for resolution
• Creating accurate and informative reports
• Collaborating with other departments to gather additional information, ensure accounts are up-to-date, and develop repayment plans
• Communicating with clients regarding the payments on their accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• Two (2) years experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or clerical finance roles preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and accounting software
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in QuickBooks online (Acumatica is a plus)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and research skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail