Accounting Clerk

Description We are offering a role based in Saint Louis, Missouri, for an Accounting Clerk in our vibrant team. This role holds responsibility for various accounting aspects such as processing customer credit applications, maintaining customer credit records, and resolving customer credit queries. The role also involves monitoring customer credit accounts and undertaking appropriate actions for delinquent payments. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Accurately process customer credit applications in a timely manner Maintain precise customer credit records and ensure they are updated regularly Handle and resolve customer credit inquiries effectively Monitor customer credit accounts and identify any irregularities Take appropriate action to collect delinquent payments Enter new subscriber orders and post payments and deposits Handle subscriber refunds and perform general subscriber account maintenance Ensure high-volume data entry tasks are completed accurately Utilize Microsoft Excel and Oracle for various accounting tasks Use QuickBooks and SAP for invoice processing and account reconciliation tasks Maintain good communication via emails, phone calls, and in-person contact with employees and occasional contact with subscribers. Requirements Proficiency in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR) is mandatory. Familiarity with Billing processes and High-Volume Data Entry is essential. Demonstrated skills in Invoice Processing are required. Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel for accounting purposes is necessary. Experience with Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP software is strongly preferred. Candidate must be capable of handling multiple tasks and delivering under tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is required. A strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial regulations is necessary. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in a similar Accounting Clerk role is advantageous. 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) .