Accounting Clerk Job at Ultimate Staffing in Creve Coeur

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$22.00/hr - $27.00/hr

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Ultimate Staffing is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk to support our local St. Louis, MO clients. These opportunities vary from project-based to full-time open positions. This is a general application. Positions can vary in pay, location (Metro St. Louis), and schedule depending on client requirements. Please submit your resume for consideration.

Job Summary

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing support to the accounting department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. This role ensures accurate financial record-keeping, timely processing of transactions, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Entry & Record Maintenance
  • Enter and verify financial transactions in accounting systems.
  • Maintain accurate and organized records of invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
  • Process vendor invoices and employee expense reports.
  • Prepare and send customer invoices; follow up on outstanding payments.
• Bank & Account Reconciliation
  • Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger balancing.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Reporting & Documentation
  • Prepare basic financial reports and summaries for management.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
• Administrative Support
  • Respond to inquiries from vendors, customers, and internal teams.
  • Assist with filing, scanning, and other administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Work Environment

• Office-based role with standard business hours.
• Occasional overtime during month-end or year-end closing.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Manufacturing

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.