Detail-Oriented Accounting Clerk for Audit-Ready Ops

Complete Logistical Services; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Logistical Services is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the Accounting Manager with general accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related reporting. This role emphasizes accuracy, audit readiness, and teamwork with internal departments and vendors.

You will process invoices, reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, create Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs in Excel, and assist with SOX compliance and month-end close.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience.
• Familiarity with basic accounting procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication with all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills, including prioritization and time management.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Working knowledge of accounting policies and SOX procedures.
• Costpoint and/or Hyland experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scan, review, and file accounting documents per retention guidelines.
• Audit and process employee expense reports with accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile employee advance accounts and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Reconcile vendor statements and support vendor-related accounting activities.
• Create Pivot Tables and perform VLOOKUPs in Excel to support reporting and reconciliations.
• Prepare and process accounts payable invoices with proper documentation and coding.
• Perform weekly Time & Labor Administrator responsibilities, maintaining required records.
• Prepare journal entries in accordance with established procedures and required support.
• Support Accounts Receivable activities, including invoice entry, AR tracking, and collection calls.
• Maintain accounting records and file clerical reports related to the accounting operation.
• Interface daily with vendors and internal employees to support timely processing and accurate data exchange.
• Support Match Exception and RNV report/account reconciliation activities (all aspects) as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

SOX knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Costpoint

Hyland

Job description

Complete Logistical Services is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the Accounting Manager with general accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related reporting. This role emphasizes accuracy, audit readiness, and teamwork with internal departments and vendors.

You will process invoices, reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, create Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs in Excel, and assist with SOX compliance and month-end close.