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8 results for Entry Level Accountant in Westlake, OH

Accountant

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.7875 - 32.175 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a metal fabrication organization in Strongsville, Ohio. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing daily transactional accuracy with broader financial support activities. The position works closely with the Controller and contributes to month-end processes, reporting, reconciliations, and asset accounting in a fully onsite environment. Responsibilities: • Create and record recurring and ad hoc journal entries to support accurate monthly financial results. • Review general ledger activity, complete balance sheet reconciliations, and investigate variances or unresolved items. • Track and reconcile intercompany balances, accruals, tooling-related costs, and capital spending schedules. • Oversee fixed asset records by monitoring acquisitions, retirements, and ongoing asset accountability. • Contribute to monthly reporting packages, budgeting support, profitability reviews, and variance analysis. • Assist with accounts receivable reconciliation work and prepare related month-end reporting details. • Partner with the Corporate Controller on audit preparation, financial statement support, and assigned projects. • Follow established accounting policies and internal procedures to help maintain compliance and consistency. • Support accounting activities tied to company systems and reporting processes as needed.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Temporary to Hire
36 - 39 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in Cleveland, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing month-end activities, and supporting accurate financial reporting across general accounting and fixed assets. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to core accounting operations, partner with cross-functional teams, and help strengthen financial processes through thoughtful analysis and execution. Responsibilities: • Drive key parts of the monthly close cycle by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and helping ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances or unusual activity, providing clear analysis and recommended next steps when issues arise. • Review inventory activity against sub-ledger records, identify discrepancies, and coordinate with business partners to support timely resolution. • Produce financial analysis for assigned accounts, helping track performance and support departmental reporting needs during month-end and throughout the accounting cycle. • Research transaction-level questions and resolve accounting exceptions efficiently while maintaining compliance with company standards and U.S. GAAP requirements. • Assist with audit support by preparing documentation, responding to requests, and helping address auditor inquiries in an organized manner. • Manage fixed asset accounting by recording additions, retirements, transfers, and monthly depreciation in JD Edwards in alignment with policy requirements. • Partner with operational and project teams to determine when assets under construction are ready for capitalization and ensure related records are updated correctly. • Complete fixed asset reconciliations, prepare capital expenditure reporting, and participate in physical inventory counts for inventory and company assets. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and maintain effectiveness while balancing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Streetsboro, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing manufacturing organization in Streetsboro, Ohio. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across core financial functions, contributing to a timely close process, and supporting accurate reporting. The Staff Accountant role offers broad exposure to general accounting, inventory-related activity, and cross-functional collaboration, with room to expand responsibilities as the business grows. Responsibilities:• Record monthly journal entries and organize complete support for each posting.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis and research discrepancies through resolution.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to help ensure accurate and timely reporting.• Review financial results, evaluate fluctuations in key accounts, and communicate meaningful variances.• Preserve the accuracy of the general ledger by monitoring account activity and correcting issues when needed.• Support inventory accounting processes, including reconciliations and participation in physical count activities.• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding items to maintain reliable cash records.• Assist with indirect and local tax compliance, including preparing filings such as sales, use, and property tax returns.• Produce scheduled and on-demand financial reports for leadership and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and analysis work.• Strengthen accounting operations by identifying process improvements, providing backup support in payables and receivables, and contributing to special projects.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Temporary to Hire
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing team in Cleveland, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day payables operations by handling invoice activity, payment processing, and account review with accuracy and consistency. The role offers a hybrid schedule after training, with time spent both in the office and remotely, and is well suited to someone who is comfortable working in a detail-oriented environment and managing recurring financial tasks. Responsibilities: • Process incoming invoices by reviewing charges, assigning appropriate coding, and entering payment details into the accounting system. • Verify expense submissions such as petty cash and related reports to ensure transactions are accurate and aligned with established accounting practices. • Prepare electronic check runs, coordinate approvals and signatures, and distribute payments through daily mailing or delivery activities. • Reconcile daily transaction entries to confirm system totals are balanced and discrepancies are addressed promptly. • Provide coverage for other team members as needed to maintain continuity across accounts payable operations. • Research prior disbursements and reproduce supporting payment documentation when requested by internal stakeholders. • Support invoice and payment workflows for multiple office locations while maintaining organized and accurate records.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support timely and accurate payment operations in Valley View, Ohio. This position plays an important role in maintaining strong vendor relationships, keeping financial records organized, and helping the business manage cash obligations effectively. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable handling invoice volume, and able to work closely with finance and cross-functional teams to improve payables processes. This is a direct hire position with standard in office business hours; Monday-Friday from 8:00 am-5:00 pm. This is truly an amazing company and opportunity! Apply today if you are interested! Responsibilities:• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, from receiving invoices through final payment, while ensuring transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.• Review invoices for proper coding, required approvals, and policy compliance before submitting them for payment.• Process payments through approved methods, including checks, wires, vendor disbursements, and employee expense reimbursements.• Investigate and resolve invoice variances, payment issues, and supplier questions by coordinating prompt follow-up with internal teams and external vendors.• Support cash planning activities by helping prepare short-term payment forecasts and providing visibility into upcoming disbursement needs.• Identify ways to strengthen working capital by improving payment timing, supporting term compliance, and helping capture available discounts when appropriate.• Maintain accurate vendor records by validating new supplier setups, tax documentation, and banking changes in accordance with internal controls.• Monitor accounts payable activity for duplicate payments, aging items, unusual transactions, and other exceptions that may require corrective action.• Act as a key user for Dynamics 365 and related payables tools, helping improve workflows, reduce manual effort, and document standard operating procedures.• Assist with month-end close by preparing aging reports, accrual support, reconciliations, audit documentation, and other accounts payable schedules as needed. They do offer a full benefits package: medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401k, paid holidays, life insurance, and tremendous growth!
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Cleveland, Ohio. This on-site position plays an important role in keeping vendor payments accurate, organized, and on schedule while supporting the broader accounting function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with invoice data, and able to communicate effectively with both suppliers and internal departments. Responsibilities:• Process supplier invoices from receipt through payment while verifying accuracy and completeness.• Match invoices to purchase orders and related documentation to confirm proper authorization.• Assign correct accounting codes and enter payable transactions into the financial system with a high level of accuracy.• Prepare payment batches and assist with check runs to ensure vendors are paid within established terms.• Reconcile accounts payable records, research variances, and correct discrepancies in a timely manner.• Respond to questions from vendors and internal teams regarding payment status, invoice issues, and account details.• Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing journal entries and maintaining organized documentation.• Work closely with finance and accounting staff to strengthen recordkeeping practices and uphold internal controls.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
51000 - 62000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations in Cleveland, Ohio. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, processing transactions efficiently, and helping ensure timely reporting for internal leadership, board-related needs, and external compliance requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment, and confidence working with QuickBooks in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions, including vendor payments, customer billing, and collection activity, while keeping records current and accurate. • Create and distribute invoices as needed, and post all forms of payment such as cash, checks, card transactions, and direct deposits to the appropriate accounts. • Review, code, and enter invoices, employee expense submissions, and credit card activity with complete supporting documentation and required approvals. • Maintain organized accounting files and prepare requested financial records for external auditors and tax-related review processes. • Support the preparation of financial materials for leadership and board finance meetings by compiling accurate accounting data and related reports. • Administer 1099 documentation throughout the year and assist with annual filing requirements and other recurring regulatory submissions. • Help prepare monthly billing and reimbursement documentation for grants, contracts, and foundation funding, ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines. • Coordinate with funding sources to confirm accurate and timely receipt or disbursement of funds on a monthly or quarterly basis. • Update accounting records, assist with budget uploads in QuickBooks, and contribute to accounting procedures, priorities, and process improvements across payables, receivables, and payroll support.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Data Entry Clerk

Cleveland, OH
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19 - 21 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk to support a healthcare revenue team in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate records, helping reduce administrative backlogs, and supporting timely processing related to billing documentation. The ideal candidate is comfortable with repetitive computer-based tasks, works carefully with numeric information, and can contribute in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities: • Enter, update, and verify high volumes of information with strong attention to accuracy and completeness. • Review billing-related documentation and organize incoming items in the fax queue to support efficient processing. • Assist the revenue department by helping clear backlogged insurance transactions, approvals, and denial-related records. • Maintain orderly digital records and ensure data is recorded correctly within Oracle-based systems. • Identify missing, incomplete, or inconsistent information and escalate issues for correction when needed. • Support daily administrative workflows by prioritizing assigned entries and meeting productivity expectations. • Handle numeric and text-based data with speed and precision while following established procedures.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z