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Harvard Integrations LP
Accounting Specialist
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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.
$44,153 / year median in South Dakota
-14% projected decline
Job Description
Description Support the Finance and Accounting Department by performing accounts payable activities, maintaining accurate vendor and invoice records, assisting with payment processing, and providing additional accounting support to help ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting. Support accounts payable processes, including invoice intake, coding, approval routing, entry, payment processing, scanning, check stub matching, filing, and record management. Review vendor invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, receipts, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness. Enter invoices with accurate coding, due dates, payment terms, and tax treatment. Coordinate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies, missing documentation, pricing differences, or approval questions. Maintain vendor records, W-9 documentation, payment terms, and 1099-related information. Monitor accounts-payable aging, open receipts, unmatched packing slips, credit memos, and other follow-up items. Reconcile vendor statements, investigate outstanding balances, and communicate with vendors regarding account or payment questions. Assist with vendor account maintenance, including new vendor setup, updates to existing vendor information, and supporting documentation review. Assist with month-end close activities, accruals, prepaid expense tracking, account reconciliations, and other reporting support. Maintain organized records, protect confidential information, support process improvements, and perform other duties as assigned.