Accounting Clerk

at Robert Half in Eliot, Maine, United States Job Description Description We are looking for a detail-oriented

PART TIME

Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Eliot, Maine. This part-time role is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling accounts payable, cash application activity, and routine accounting tasks with accuracy and consistency. The position will play an important role in maintaining organized records and supporting ongoing finance processes.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices and support accounts payable activities by reviewing documentation, entering data accurately, and helping ensure timely payments.
• Apply daily cash receipts, record cash activity, and complete regular cash balancing tasks to keep financial records current.
• Prepare and print checks as needed while following established procedures for payment processing and documentation.
• Perform account reconciliations and maintain spreadsheets that track financial activity, outstanding items, and supporting details.
• Use banking and scanning equipment to organize deposit-related documents and assist with daily cash-out procedures.
• Enter and update vendor and financial information in accounting records to support accurate reporting and operational continuity.
• Assist with finance-related administrative work connected to payroll, tax, utilities, motor vehicle transactions, and other routine departmental needs.
• Provide support for finance system-related updates and related record setup as accounting functions continue to be rolled out.
• Help manage day-to-day accounting priorities by maintaining organized files, verifying transaction details, and responding to routine processing needs. Requirements
• Experience supporting accounts payable functions in an accounting or finance environment.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Background in invoice processing and handling routine financial documentation.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and work comfortably with spreadsheets for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Familiarity with daily cash application, payment posting, or related cash handling responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.

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