Accounting Clerk jobs in Erie, PA

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Accounting Clerk III

Reports to: Controller

Supervises: N/A

Position Overview:

The Accounting Clerk III assumes responsibility for performing assigned branch accounting and related support functions. This position effectively researches, tracks, and solves accounting problems and discrepancies.

• Salary: $20.00-$30/hour, based upon experience
• Physical Requirements: Sit, stand, for extended periods of time.
• Work Schedule: Hours vary based on seasonal needs, must be flexible. Typically M-F, 8a-4:30p.
• Work Location: 1447 North Ridge Rd. Painesville, OH 44077
• Work Conditions: Office setting, temperature controlled environment
• Travel: 0%

Primary Responsibilities:

Daily

• Maintains General Ledger journal entries and other files as assigned.
• Posts branch bank entries.

Weekly

• Distributes and verifies branch credit card and ach payments have been posted.
• Reviews and posts payroll processing and benefits as assigned. (bi-weekly)
• Prepares and posts bi-weekly schedule for various branches

Monthly

• Analyzes, verifies and posts re-occurring transactions into general ledger using computerized system.
• Prepares and reviews monthly branch sales reports for Controller/branch manager’s review.
• Prepares monthly closing reports such as efficiency reports, gross margin reports, etc.
• Assist manager in balance sheet account reviews.
• Files sale tax returns.
• Schedules monthly payment for various branches.

Other Duties

• Reconciles bank account.
• Reviews weekly/monthly detail expenses and makes necessary corrections.
• Reviews AP vendor invoices with payments made for specific branches.
• Audits Credit card statements with branch postings.
• Assist in budgetary process. (seasonal)
• Computes and maintains auto insurance by branch and sets up branch distribution. (as needed and annually)
• Assists controller in preparing spreadsheets for 401k audits and ACA audit material.
• Perform other duties as assigned such as answering phones, ordering office supplies, training, etc. (as required)
• Assumes responsibility for effectively researching, tracking and resolving (or properly referring) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for Sale, Use and Cat Tax payments, entries and reconciliation
• Reconciles posting of AR invoices prior to payment of sales tax.
• Insures non-taxable invoices are in agreement with state law.
• Posts payments for workers comp payments
• May prepare annual Ohio True up report.
• Reconciles and prepares for approval branch 1099’s annually
• Researches Asset generated 1099 totals with various GL accounts to ensure all accounted for
• Prints out 1099 or inputs them into software other than Asset
• Mails them to recipients prior to deadline set by IRS.
• Makes corrections as needed
• Prepares IRS copy and summary form for Controllers signature
• Mails all according to deadlines set by IRS.
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Completes special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• 1 year accounting courses
• 1-year experience in bookkeeping procedures
• 1-year previous office related experience required
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office platforms

Key Performance Metrics:

• Accurate reporting
• Proper reconciliation of accounts

Knowledge and Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organization, use of time, and project management skills
• Promotes team environment, cooperative, providing input during team discussion, willing to assist others and willingness to participate in company-wide objectives.
• Able to use computer applications, adding machine.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Motivated and self-driven

Apply now if YOU are ready to take your CAREER to the NEXT LEVEL!!!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)
• general ledger: 1 year (Required)
• Accounts receivable: 1 year (Required)
• Accounts payable: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Erie, PA 16506: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person