Accounting Clerk Job at LHH Recruitment Solutions in Des Plaines

Manufacturing Industry in Des Plaines, IL

The Accounting Clerk plays a crucial role in the financial operations for our department and we are seeking a candidate with a can-do attitude, with a minimum of 1 year experience, and very detail oriented! Your primary responsibility is to assist the 3-person team with various accounting tasks and maintain accurate financial records. 

Job Title: Accounting Clerk

Job Summary: The accounting clerk is responsible for providing support to the accounting department by performing a range of tasks related to financial recordkeeping, data entry, and general accounting functions across payables and receivables.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Produce and send out customer billing and invoice statements timely

2. Prepare and process invoices, bills, and payments accurately

3. Enter vendor bills and post accounts payable invoices

4. Review and enter payments, credits, and resolve open AR discrepancies

5. Perform data entry tasks and maintain accurate records of financial transactions.

6. Monitor and follow up on accounts receivable and accounts payable.

7. Assist in the preparation Excel reports on a weekly and monthly basis

8. Collaborate with other departments to resolve financial discrepancies or issues.

9. Provide administrative support to the accounting team, including filing, scanning, and organizing financial documents.

10. Provide administrative support to the organization as a whole by answering and directly incoming phone calls as needed for back-up

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in accounting or related field is a plus.

• Proven work experience as an accounting clerk or in a similar role for 1+ years

• Proficient in using accounting software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel

• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Pay Details: $23.00 to $26.00 per hour

Search managed by: Jennifer Kizorek

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance