Accounting Clerk

Job Description

We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in East Syracuse, New York. This is a Contract-to-permanent position within the construction industry, offering a dynamic opportunity to contribute to financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes. The ideal candidate will excel in managing financial transactions and performing administrative tasks with precision.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process monthly service billing, including extending pricing on work orders and generating customer invoices.

• Perform account reconciliation and assist with job cost analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Manage accounts receivable collections, send monthly statements to customers, and record cash receipts.

• Oversee accounts payable processes, including entering vendor invoices, printing checks, and verifying monthly vendor statements.

• Conduct data entry for various financial transactions, including pricing stock requests and preparing general ledger entries.

• Maintain accurate filing systems and track essential documents, such as tax certificates and subcontractor agreements.

• Collaborate on miscellaneous office tasks, ensuring compliance with administrative and financial protocols.

• Support potential future responsibilities such as payroll processing, contract billing, high-level cost analysis, and cash flow projections.

• Assist with generating monthly reports, updating personnel files, and preparing journal entries as needed.• Proven experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing processes.

• Strong proficiency in financial software such as QuickBooks, Oracle, and Microsoft Excel.

• Ability to perform account reconciliation and manage invoice processing efficiently.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial transactions.

• Familiarity with tracking and maintaining administrative records, including tax and insurance certificates.

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Strong communication skills to liaise with customers, vendors, and team members.

• Previous experience in the construction industry is a plus.