Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk Cornett Enterprises is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated Accounting Clerk to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will provide essential bookkeeping and clerical support to our Controller, ensuring financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and maintained according to company policies. This role involves processing daily transactions, managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing and assisting with month-end reporting. Key Responsibilities Data Entry: Accurately enter financial transactions (vouchers, invoices, checks, and expense reports) into the general ledger system. Accounts Payable/Receivable: Process incoming vendor invoices, issue payments, and manage accounts receivable to ensure timely customer payments. Payroll Processing: Process bi-weekly payroll, calculate wages, and manage payroll tax withholdings while ensuring accuracy of payroll documentation. Job Costing: Ensure accurate job costing of job-related expenses. Reconciliation: Reconcile daily financial transactions, bank statements, and credit card accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies. Record Maintenance: Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for all financial records and documents. Support: Assist accounting personnel with month-end and year-end closing procedures and audit preparations. Communication: Handle vendor and customer inquiries regarding payment status or billing issues. General Clerical: Perform other office administrative duties as needed, such as sorting mail, scanning documents, and maintaining office supplies. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience: 13 years of experience in an accounting or clerical role (preferred). Knowledge: Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial processes Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred). Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks particularly,) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP). Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy in data entry and ability to spot errors. Organization: Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Integrity: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential financial information securely. Willingness to Learn: Adaptability and open mindedness to learning. Working Conditions & Physical Demands This is a full-time position in a traditional office setting. Frequent, long-term sitting at a desk and using computer workstations. Occasional overtime required during month-end or tax season.

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