Accounting Clerk II - Schenectady

Northeast Grocery•City of Schenectady, NY

1d•$17 - $26

About The Position

This role is the backbone of day-to-day accounting operations. The Accounting Clerk ensures financial records are accurate, complete, and up to date by performing a range of essential clerical and accounting tasks. From reconciling bank accounts to supporting monthly close activities, this position plays a key role in keeping the numbers balanced and the business running smoothly. Work is performed under general supervision, with completed tasks reviewed for accuracy and adherence to established accounting standards.

Requirements

Consistent record of satisfactory performance
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High school diploma or equivalent required
One or more years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance-related role

Responsibilities

Execute standardized accounting processes, including reviewing, verifying, and correcting financial transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness
Reconcile bank accounts and maintain general and subsidiary ledgers by posting, balancing, and validating entries
Process payments, invoices, and other accounting documents in accordance with established procedures
Ensure expenditures remain within approved account obligations
Code financial documents using the established chart of accounts
Review general ledger accounts and system-generated reports against manual records to identify and resolve discrepancies
Prepare journal entries and documentation to adjust accounting classifications and data as needed
Investigate transactions rejected by automated systems, determine root causes, and prepare corrective documentation
Support monthly close activities and other accounting projects as assigned
Follow all company policies, procedures, and internal controls