Accounting Clerk
About The Position
We are looking for an efficient and accurate Accounting Clerk to focus on data entry in support of the accounting team. Work is performed in compliance with accounting policies and is primarily responsible for accurate recording of customer transactions, maintaining reliable accounting records, performing reconciliations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and assisting with financial reporting. Additional responsibilities will be added as familiarity with operations is achieved. It is a fast moving and complex organization, and we need someone who can help us keep the plates spinning!
Requirements
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or cash applications.
- Strong data entry skills, attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Basic understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) and internal controls.
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent communications skills – clear, professional, and timely.
- Ability to work flexible hours when required; willingness to work overtime in peak season(s) is required.
- Must exemplify values of the Archdiocese including accountability, transparency, and charity toward others.
- Must be a team player and collaborate well with others.
Nice To Haves
- D365 and Plotbox experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Accounts Receivable & Revenue Support Record and post customer payments efficiently but with great accuracy
- Maintain up-to-date and precise customer account records and balances.
- Support revenue recognition processes by ensuring contracts and customer activity are properly recorded and documented.
- Assist in the identification and resolution of payment discrepancies, disputes, and chargebacks.
- Cash Receipts & Reconciliation Support Prepare and process daily cash receipts, including checks and electronic payments.
- Batch, balance, and verify payment activity Assist with daily and monthly cash reconciliation
- Ensure timely and accurate deposit of customer funds Invoice coding, records maintenance, and reconciliations as assigned.
- Contract Accounting & Documentation Enter, update, transfer, and cancel contracts
- Process heirs’ releases, transfer orders, and contract cancellations
- Maintain organized electronic records to support audits, internal reviews, and financial reporting.
- Delinquency Monitoring & Account Analysis Review declined transactions and initiate corrective actions.
- Monitor delinquent customer accounts and prepare required accounting correspondence.
- Generate and distribute billing-related notices Customer & Operational Support Respond to inquiries
- Coordinate site and service requests Support internal departments Internal Controls & Compliance
- Follow established internal controls for handling cash, posting transactions, and maintaining financial records.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial data.
- Assist with audit preparation and documentation requests.
Benefits
- Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
