Accounting Clerk

Position Overview:

The Accounting Clerk serves as the primary connection between the accounting department and internal or external stakeholders. This role ensures accurate communication, timely exchange of financial information, and smooth coordination of accounting workflows. The Accounting Liaison provides support in resolving inquiries, improving processes, and maintaining compliance with organizational policies and financial regulations.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Communication & Coordination: Serve as the central point of contact between accounting and other departments, vendors, clients, and external partners. Translate financial requirements, timelines, and processes into clear guidance for non‑financial stakeholders. Coordinate the flow of information necessary for month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities.
• Issue Resolution: Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and account variances. Work with internal teams to troubleshoot data inconsistencies, missing documentation, or process delays. Escalate complex issues to senior accounting staff with clear documentation.
• Financial Support & Processing: Assist with invoice processing, purchase order follow‑up, expense reconciliation, and payment tracking. Verify accuracy of financial submissions received from operational teams prior to posting or approvals. Help maintain accurate records in accounting systems and support audit readiness.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and distribute routine financial reports, summaries, and status updates to cross‑functional teams. Document processes, maintain departmental communication logs, and update SOPs as needed. Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate strong working relationships with internal clients and external partners. Provide timely, professional customer service to stakeholders requiring accounting support. Promote collaboration and understanding of accounting best practices throughout the organization.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in accounting support, accounts payable/receivable, or financial coordination
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and customer‑service skills
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Teams knowledge preferred
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities