We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Ithaca, New York. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong data entry skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment. As a vital member of our accounting team, you will handle financial transactions, inventory management, and invoicing tasks with precision and efficiency. This is a long-term contract position offering stability and growth. Responsibilities: • Accurately input high volumes of financial transactions and operational data into accounting and inventory systems. • Maintain and update inventory records, assist with physical counts, and investigate discrepancies between physical and system records. • Generate, review, and process customer invoices, ensuring timely distribution while resolving any invoicing issues. • Monitor incoming payments, update accounts receivable records, and follow up with customers on outstanding balances. • Prepare aging reports and contribute to effective management of receivables. • Organize and maintain financial documents, ensuring proper filing and compliance with company policies. • Support audit preparations and assist in maintaining internal controls. • Utilize accounting software and spreadsheet tools to perform reconciliations and other accounting functions. • Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate reporting and adherence to deadlines. • Assist with accounts payable tasks as needed to support overall financial operations.

• Proven proficiency in high-volume data entry with accuracy and attention to detail. • Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and filters. • Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Oracle, or similar platforms. • Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including debits, credits, reconciliations, and accruals. • Experience with accounts receivable and invoice processing. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. • Comfortable working in an industrial or manufacturing environment. • Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members.

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Ithaca, NY
onsite
Temporary
20.90 - 24.20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Ithaca, New York. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong data entry skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment. As a vital member of our accounting team, you will handle financial transactions, inventory management, and invoicing tasks with precision and efficiency. This is a long-term contract position offering stability and growth. Responsibilities: • Accurately input high volumes of financial transactions and operational data into accounting and inventory systems. • Maintain and update inventory records, assist with physical counts, and investigate discrepancies between physical and system records. • Generate, review, and process customer invoices, ensuring timely distribution while resolving any invoicing issues. • Monitor incoming payments, update accounts receivable records, and follow up with customers on outstanding balances. • Prepare aging reports and contribute to effective management of receivables. • Organize and maintain financial documents, ensuring proper filing and compliance with company policies. • Support audit preparations and assist in maintaining internal controls. • Utilize accounting software and spreadsheet tools to perform reconciliations and other accounting functions. • Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate reporting and adherence to deadlines. • Assist with accounts payable tasks as needed to support overall financial operations.
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