Accounting Clerk 1

Part-Time Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Palmetto, FL

Pay Rate: $20.00–$25.00 per hour

Hours: 24–30 hours per week

Schedule: Flexible—three full days per week or five mornings per week

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Setting: Onsite

Reports To: Controller

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Part-Time Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Clerk to support its accounting department in Palmetto, Florida. This position handles a combination of accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, sales tax preparation, and general accounting duties.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of AR/AP or bookkeeping experience, strong Microsoft Excel skills, and experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and QuickBooks. This position requires accuracy, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.

Accounts Receivable Responsibilities

• Apply customer payments accurately and promptly.
• Process daily customer ACH payments.
• Issue customer refunds when necessary.
• Monitor fraud detection notifications and address potential concerns.
• Gather and provide documentation for chargeback disputes.
• Monitor customer accounts for delinquency and follow up on past-due balances.
• Reconcile customer accounts and research billing discrepancies.
• Prepare accounts receivable aging reports.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.

Accounts Payable Responsibilities

• Review and process vendor invoices.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Code and enter invoices accurately into the accounting system.
• Prepare and process payments, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and organized vendor records and accounts payable files.
• Assist with annual 1099 preparation.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of monthly state sales tax returns.

Additional Accounting Responsibilities

• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and research discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and current financial records.
• Assist the Controller with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and internal team members.
• Provide general accounting and clerical support as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting support.
• Hands-on experience processing invoices, payments, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to commute to the Palmetto office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Experience with QuickBooks.
• Experience preparing or assisting with state sales tax returns.
• Experience with ACH payments, bank reconciliations, chargebacks, and 1099 preparation.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be dependable, organized, and comfortable working with detailed financial information. This person should be able to identify discrepancies, follow through on unresolved items, and maintain confidentiality while supporting the accounting department.

Apply today if you have hands-on AR/AP experience and are seeking a flexible, part-time accounting opportunity in Palmetto, Florida.