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Accounting Clerk
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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.
$42,653 / year median in South Carolina
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk for a direct hire opportunity in West Columbia, SC. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general accounting support. The Accounting Clerk will play an important role in keeping financial transactions accurate, organized, and timely. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a stable, team-focused environment with supportive leadership, clear processes, and opportunities to continue building accounting skills. The right candidate will bring accuracy, dependability, and a collaborative mindset to a positive accounting team. Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Review invoices, payment records, customer accounts, and vendor information for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end support, and general ledger maintenance.
- Maintain organized financial records, documentation, and accounting files.
- Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to resolve billing, payment, or account discrepancies.
- Support the accounting department with reporting, data entry, and administrative finance tasks as needed. Compensation and Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Salary range: $41,000 to $48,500 per year.
Location:
West Columbia, SC. Required Qualifications and Skills- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Support reconciliations, month-end close tasks, and general accounting documentation.
- Research and resolve invoice, billing, payment, and account discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate financial records and assist with accounting department reporting.
- 3-5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related finance experience.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- 3-way invoice matching experience is a plus
- Proficiency with data entry, reconciliations, invoice processing, and financial recordkeeping.
- Comfortable working with accounting systems, spreadsheets, and standard office software.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Professional communication skills and the ability to work well with internal teams, vendors, and customers.
- High level of dependability, confidentiality, and follow-through. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Familiarity with ERP or accounting software systems.
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
- Prior experience in a fast-paced accounting or finance department.