Accounting Clerk

Description We are seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our team in Odessa, Florida. In this role, you will be tasked with handling various accounting tasks, including processing invoices, reconciling business accounts, maintaining and updating ledgers, and handling accounts payable and receivable. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Efficiently processing incoming invoices and ensuring timely payments. Reconciliation of business accounts to verify that payments align with goods and services received. Maintenance and updating of accounts payable ledger, including proper filing of invoices and receipts. Addressing queries from vendors, contractors, and other business departments regarding accounts payable or payments made. Generation of accounts payable reports and financial statements. Preparation of invoices, matching of payments to invoices, and updating of statements with received transactions. Follow-up with customers or suppliers with outstanding payments and making collection calls when necessary. Investigation and research of invoice discrepancies and ensuring the accuracy of accounting ledgers. Assistance with month-end closing and preparation of monthly metrics. Maintenance and updating of customer files and assistance with payment reconciliations. Completion of credit card reconciliations. Completion of ad hoc reports as required. Requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required Experience with Oracle, SAP, and Sage 100 is highly desirable Must be capable of performing account reconciliation tasks Familiarity with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes Should be able to handle billing tasks efficiently Ability to perform data entry tasks accurately Experience in invoice processing is a must Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is preferred Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to meet deadlines and manage stress effectively in high-pressure situations. 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) .