Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$30.00 to $50.00 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal Full-time, Seasonal Part-time |
| Location | PO Box 356 Southport, Connecticut open_in_new |
About this job
We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical Accounting Clerk to manage full-cycle bookkeeping, reconcile complex accounts, and assist with internal audit preparations. This role requires advanced proficiency in accounting software and the ability to handle high-volume financial data with absolute accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping: Manage day-to-day transactions including accounts payable (A/P), accounts receivable (A/R), payroll processing, and general ledger (G/L) entries.
- Reconciliations: Perform monthly bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and inter-company account reconciliations to ensure all records match third-party statements.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare preliminary monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow statements) for the senior accountant or CFO.
- Auditing: Conduct routine internal audits to verify the accuracy of invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders. Identify and resolve discrepancies or unusual transactions.
- Compliance: Ensure all bookkeeping practices comply with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and assist with external auditor requests during tax season or year-end close.
- Software Management: Utilize advanced ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks Enterprise, SAP, Oracle NetSuite) and advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) to automate and streamline data entry.
- Budget Support: Assist department heads in tracking actual spending against budgeted figures and flagging overages.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting clerk experience.
- Certifications: CPA or Certified Bookkeeper (CB) designation is a strong plus.
- Skills: Expert knowledge of double-entry accounting, advanced Microsoft Excel, and experience with payroll tax filings.
Required qualifications:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- 21+ years or older
- Valid driver's license
Preferred qualifications:
- Able to work from home
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1272903248 Posted: 2026-06-27 Job Title: Bookkeepe Accounting Auditing