Accounting Clerk – Middle River, MD

About the Organization & the Accounting Clerk Opportunity:

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• CFS is partnering with a long‑standing, well‑respected client to hire an Accounting Clerk for a six month assignment
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• This opportunity is ideal for an Accounting Clerk seeking predictable hours, a collaborative environment, and hands‑on involvement in transactional accounting and financial processing. The selected Accounting Clerk will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial data, supporting reimbursement processes, and ensuring compliance with internal guidelines
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Why This Accounting Clerk Role Is a Great Opportunity:

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• Long‑term, stable assignment with a reputable organization
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• Supportive team with strong processes and clear expectations
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• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule with flexible hours (start between 7:45-8:30am)
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• Opportunity to work with a high‑volume financial system and build accounting experience
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Job Duties for the Accounting Clerk:

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• Manage the office accounts payable inbox and incoming mail by logging invoices into the Invoice Log spreadsheet and routing them to appropriate staff for approval
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• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoice status
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• Log approved invoices, match invoices to appropriate purchase orders, and prepare documentation for payment processing
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• Enter and process approved invoices in the financial system, reviewing entries for accuracy and proper coding
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• Review invoices to confirm service periods and ensure expenses are recorded in the correct fiscal year
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• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies across multiple payable accounts
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• Review and verify purchase orders, invoices, receiving confirmations, approvals, and related documentation to ensure timely vendor payments
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• Maintain organized electronic and paper files for invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documentation
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• Verify invoice payments and document payment details for recordkeeping purposes
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Qualifications for the Accounting Clerk:

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• 1+ years of accounting experience
  
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  • Accounting experience in education or government environments is a plus
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• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation review
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• Must be able to pass a background check/fingerprinting
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Schedule: 100% on site in Middle River, MD. M-F 37.5 hour work week
Salary: $40,000-$45,000