Accounting Clerk

Louisville, KY Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire

Join a Growing Accounting Team

Are you looking to build your accounting career with a stable and growing organization in Louisville? We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with numbers, financial records, and process improvement. This position offers excellent exposure to accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger support.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with accounting, bookkeeping, or office administration experience who wants to grow their career within a collaborative finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter financial transactions accurately into the accounting system

• Assist with accounts payable, including invoice entry, coding, and payment processing

• Support accounts receivable functions through invoicing, payment posting, and account maintenance

• Reconcile bank statements, customer accounts, and vendor accounts

• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems

• Review invoices and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy

• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities

• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and supporting schedules for management

• Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, and account balances

• Respond to internal and external requests regarding financial documentation

• Support audits by gathering and organizing required documentation

• Collaborate with accounting and finance team members on special projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred

• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or office administration experience preferred

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and data analysis

• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems preferred

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• High level of accuracy and confidentiality when handling financial information

Preferred Experience

• Invoice processing

• Accounts payable and accounts receivable support

• Account reconciliations

• Data entry and financial reporting

• General ledger maintenance

• QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar accounting software

Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour

Search managed by: Coleman Harris

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

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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

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