Entry Level Accounting Clerk

Addison Group; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) benefits

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an Entry Level Accounting Clerk in Pawtucket, RI. This full-time position focuses on accounts receivable cleanup, providing a great opportunity for early-career professionals to gain valuable experience in finance and accounting.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and possess strong analytical and organizational skills. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $25.00 to $30.00 per hour and eligibility for various benefits, including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of accounting or finance experience (internship experience considered).
• Comfortable with frequent outreach to clients and troubleshooting client issues/requests.
• Prior exposure to AR, reconciliations, or ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts receivable reconciliation and cleanup across multiple systems.
• Support aging analysis and identify discrepancies across customer accounts.
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of cleanup progress.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Entry Level Accounting Clerk

Industry: Finance & Accounting

Location: Pawtucket, RI

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 / Per Hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Work Schedule: Full‑time, business hours

Type: Temp‑to‑Perm

Company Overview

Our client is a growing business services organization seeking support for an active AR cleanup project.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Entry Level Accounting Professional to join a team supporting an accounts receivable cleanup project. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain hands‑on experience with the AR process, exposure to a large, complex environment, and strong potential to convert to a permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts receivable reconciliation and cleanup across multiple systems
• Support aging analysis and identify discrepancies across customer accounts
• Perform data scrubbing and validation to ensure accuracy of financial records
• Assist with cash application and payment posting as needed
• Collaborate with team members to research and resolve outstanding/aged AR items
• Support month‑end close activities including reconciliations and reporting
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of cleanup progress
• Perform other accounting support duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 0-2 years of accounting or finance experience (internship experience considered)
• Comfortable with frequent outreach to clients and troubleshooting client issues/requests
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Comfortable working with large volumes of data and ambiguity
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
• Prior exposure to AR, reconciliations, or ERP systems is a plus

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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