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Robert Half
Accounting Clerk
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$45,712 / year median in New York
-5% projected decline
Job Description
This role is ideal for an early-career professional who enjoys working with data, learning new technologies, and improving business processes. The Payment Specialist will play a key role in maintaining payroll and accounts payable functions while helping leadership access meaningful financial and operational information.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working closely with Human Resources, this individual will serve as a trusted resource for employees, support core business operations, and help maximize the effectiveness of the organization's financial systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll AdministrationManage the end-to-end payroll process, including employee record maintenance, updates to payroll information, tax withholding changes, compliance requirements, and payroll processing.
Ensure payroll data remains accurate and compliant with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain employee data, support system enhancements, and promote efficient utilization of platform capabilities.
Benefits ReconciliationMonitor and maintain benefits tracking records.
Partner with HR to ensure payroll deductions, benefit enrollments, and accounting records remain aligned and discrepancies are promptly resolved.
Accounts Payable OperationsOversee the full accounts payable cycle through Bill.com.
Process vendor invoices, apply appropriate coding, route approvals, and coordinate timely payment processing.
Reporting & Data AnalysisCompile, organize, and analyze financial and operational data from various sources.
Prepare reports and dashboards that support informed decision-making across the organization.
Employee SupportAct as a resource for employees by responding to payroll, benefits, and payment-related questions.
Provide timely, professional assistance while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Vendor RelationsMaintain strong relationships with vendors and external partners.
Investigate billing concerns, research payment inquiries, and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working closely with Human Resources, this individual will serve as a trusted resource for employees, support core business operations, and help maximize the effectiveness of the organization's financial systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll AdministrationManage the end-to-end payroll process, including employee record maintenance, updates to payroll information, tax withholding changes, compliance requirements, and payroll processing.
Ensure payroll data remains accurate and compliant with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
HRIS & ADP
ManagementServe as the primary administrator for ADP Workforce Now.Maintain employee data, support system enhancements, and promote efficient utilization of platform capabilities.
Benefits ReconciliationMonitor and maintain benefits tracking records.
Partner with HR to ensure payroll deductions, benefit enrollments, and accounting records remain aligned and discrepancies are promptly resolved.
Accounts Payable OperationsOversee the full accounts payable cycle through Bill.com.
Process vendor invoices, apply appropriate coding, route approvals, and coordinate timely payment processing.
Reporting & Data AnalysisCompile, organize, and analyze financial and operational data from various sources.
Prepare reports and dashboards that support informed decision-making across the organization.
Employee SupportAct as a resource for employees by responding to payroll, benefits, and payment-related questions.
Provide timely, professional assistance while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Vendor RelationsMaintain strong relationships with vendors and external partners.
Investigate billing concerns, research payment inquiries, and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.