Accounting Clerk

Description Our team is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals practice. In this role, you will support client engagements with a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and general accounting support. The ideal candidate has intermediate Excel skills, fast and accurate data entry abilities, and a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. You will help clients maintain accurate financial records, support daily transactional processes, and contribute to continuity on critical projects and interim needs. For more information, please contact Tawnia Kirshen via LinkedIn and send your resume to my email found there. Key Responsibilities + Support day-to-day accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections. + Process invoices, post payments, and assist with vendor and customer account maintenance. + Generate and distribute invoices, monitor aging reports, and follow up on outstanding balances. + Reconcile account activity and research discrepancies to support accurate financial records. + Perform high-volume data entry with speed and accuracy. + Assist with cash application, payment tracking, and account updates. + Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries in a timely and professional manner. + Maintain organized accounting documentation and support month-end close activities as needed. + Use Excel to prepare reports, track account activity, and support data review and analysis. + Adapt quickly to new client systems, workflows, and processes while delivering high-quality support. Requirements + 2+ years of experience in an accounting clerk, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, or collections role. + Hands-on experience with AP, AR, billing, and collections activities. + Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills. + Fast and accurate data entry skills. + Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through. + Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred. 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .