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Bookkeeping Accounting and Auditing Clerk




Job Summary:

The Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerk will maintain accounting records for the company.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Records numerical and financial data to produce financial records.
  • Ensures financial data is entered correctly and accurately.
  • Enters journal entries to debit and credit the companys accounts.
  • Generates accounting and audit reports for cash receipts, accounts payable and receivable, expenditures, and profits and losses.
  • Reconciles and reports differences or issues found in financial records.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial data analysis.
  • Ability to use accounting software to record, store, and analyze financial data.
  • Ability to efficiently operate a 10-key calculator or equivalent and other related office equipment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree with accounting coursework preferred.
  • At least three years of bookkeeping experience required, preferably in the financial industry.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

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