Accounting Clerk

Dry Box • Chehalis, WA

115d • $22 - $24

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and versatile Accounting Clerk to support our accounting team with a variety of essential tasks. This position is ideal for someone eager to learn and assist with basic accounting functions while contributing to the smooth operation of the department. The role involves hands-on experience in a range of day-to-day accounting activities, with a focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory management, and general administrative support.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Desktop, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms) is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service support by responding to phone and email inquiries and resolving issues related to payments, invoices, and account status.
• Generate and send customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Monitor outstanding customer accounts, track aging balances, and follow up on overdue accounts to ensure timely collection of payments.
• Prepare daily bank deposits, ensuring accuracy and timely recording of payments.
• Process incoming payments and post them to the correct customer accounts in the accounting system.
• Assist with statement reconciliations for customers, addressing discrepancies or issues in a professional manner.
• Process vendor invoices and prepare payments by check or electronic transfer.
• Reconcile vendor statements to ensure all payments and charges are accounted for accurately.
• Maintain records of all A/P transactions, ensuring timely and accurate posting in accounting software.
• Assist with writing checks and ensuring proper documentation is attached for approvals.
• Address vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships through effective communication and problem-solving.
• Assist with data entry and ensure all financial data is accurately entered and up-to-date in the accounting software.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements, ensuring that all transactions are properly documented, and discrepancies are addressed.
• Assist with maintaining accurate inventory records for multiple locations.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting team, including filing, organizing documents, and assisting with various departmental tasks.
• Assist with other accounting tasks and ad-hoc projects as required to support the overall needs of the accounting department.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• GAP insurance
• Company holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees