Accounting Clerk

Description We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for an Accounting Clerk in Casa Grande, Arizona. This role operates within the industry and involves a variety of clerical accounting functions, data entry, document processing, and customer service. Responsibilities: Communicate professionally and effectively with customers via email, telephone, and in-person interactions. Apply understanding of city code and statutes related to utility services, business, and animal licenses. Accurately process payments from walk-in customers, drop box, and mail. Reconcile and process payment uploads including e-lockbox, lockbox, auto draft, automated clearing house, and online credit card payments. Count, verify, and process department deposits ensuring that amounts reported on the coversheet reconcile with the attached sales or point of sales summaries. Maintain control and security over assigned cash drawers, reconcile and balance amounts tendered, close and post cash and payment batches, count down drawers, and prepare consolidated deposits. Assist in the preparation and disbursement of Department change requests. Process adjustments and write-offs up to an authorized amount, referring other requests to the appropriate party. Accept new applications for sewer, sanitation, water, and business licenses; review for accuracy and completeness; ensure supporting documentation is obtained and collect deposits and fees. Receive address, account, service change, and payment arrangement requests, ensure information is complete and accurate, process or forward to the appropriate party. Assist with collections of severely delinquent accounts, including making contact with customers and drafting payment arrangements. Perform administrative tasks such as opening, sorting, and distributing Finance Department mail; maintaining and ordering office supplies; assisting with the management of file storage and production areas; maintaining workspaces, front desk, and lobby areas including maintaining postings, brochures, and official notices. Requirements Proven experience as an Accounting Clerk or similar role in the financial sector Proficient in payment processing, administrative office tasks, and data entry Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel Skills in using accounting software may be advantageous Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discretely Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures High school diploma required; further education in Finance, Business, or related field is a plus. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .