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Robert Half

Accounting Clerk

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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.

$44,369 / year median in Pennsylvania

-11% projected decline

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Job Description

Are you an accounting professional with strong Excel skills and experience supporting both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions? Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join their team. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in daily accounting operations while working closely with finance leadership. Why Join This Team? Stable and growing organization. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunity to expand accounting and analytical skills. Diverse responsibilities across AP, AR, and general accounting functions. Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Responsibilities:
Process high-volume accounts payable invoices and ensure timely vendor payments. Generate customer invoices and support accounts receivable activities, including cash application and collections follow-up. Reconcile vendor statements, customer accounts, and general ledger balances. Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, and account activity. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation. Utilize Excel to analyze data, create reports, reconcile accounts, and track financial information. Prepare and update spreadsheets using formulas, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and other advanced Excel functions. Assist with month-end close processes, reporting, and special accounting projects. Collaborate with internal departments regarding billing, payment, and account inquiries.
Qualifications:
2+ years of accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or bookkeeping experience. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, Pivot Tables, lookups, and data analysis. Experience working with ERP or accounting software. Knowledge of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Professional communication skills and a team-oriented attitude. If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and utilizing advanced Excel skills to support accounting operations, we encourage you to apply online today! 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 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 to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Create a Job Alert Email me about new Accounting Clerk jobs in York, PA Related Jobs Search more jobs Browse Jobs Contract Talent Full-Time Talent Consulting Solutions Finance & Accounting Technology Marketing & Creative Legal Administrative & Customer Support Discover Insights Invoice Job Directory Salary Guide Time Reports Create a Job Alert Contact Us About Robert Half Leadership Careers With Us Locations Investor Center Press Supplier Relations Fraud Alert Government Notice Privacy Notice Terms of Use Robert Half Inc. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information This website uses cookies, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, personalize content and ads, and to analyze performance and traffic on our website. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. If we have detected an opt-out preference signal, it will be honored unless you have changed your consent preferences manually. You may opt-out of use of certain cookies through the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link. Your use of the website is subject to our Terms of Use. More information about cookies and how we share information can be found in our Privacy Notice. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information I understand