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Job Title: Accounting Clerk (JN -102024-380065)
Company Name: Ledgent Finance & Accounting
Location: Richmond, CA United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/12/2025
Expire Date: 03/19/2026
Job Categories: Accounting/Auditing
Job Description
Accounting Clerk (JN -102024-380065)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable (AP/AR) Clerk to manage and maintain our company's financial records and processes. The ideal candidate will handle invoices, payments, and reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.


Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable (AP):

  • Receive, review, and process vendor invoices for payment.
  • Ensure proper coding and approval of invoices.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Prepare and process electronic transfers, ACH, and check payments.
  • Maintain AP files and documentation thoroughly and accurately.

Accounts Receivable (AR):

  • Generate and send invoices to customers.
  • Monitor accounts to ensure timely payments.
  • Post customer payments and reconcile accounts.
  • Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies.
  • Prepare aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts.

General Duties:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to improve processes.
  • Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding financial transactions.
  • Support audits and provide requested documentation.

Qualifications:

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is preferred.
  • Experience: 1-3 years of experience in accounts payable and/or receivable roles.
  • Skills:
    • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or NetSuite).

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.

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Company Name: Ledgent Finance & Accounting
Website:https://careers.ledgent.com/job/33620/Accounting-Clerk?ApplyNow=true&board=HBCU
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