Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk (AP/AR)

Job Overview

The Accounting Clerk performs a mix of accounts payable and accounts receivable duties, supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. This role handles invoice processing, payment application, reconciliations, and general clerical accounting tasks while maintaining accurate financial records. Reports to the Controller, Accounting Manager, or AP/AR Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices, check requests, and expense reports
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents (2- and 3-way match)
• Prepare and process vendor payments (checks, ACH, wire) and reconcile discrepancies
• Maintain vendor files, W-9s, and respond to vendor inquiries

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and distribute customer invoices
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate receivable records
• Monitor customer accounts and aging reports; follow up on past-due balances
• Assist in resolving customer billing discrepancies and support collection efforts

General

• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations
• Assist with data entry, journal entries, and month-end close support
• Maintain organized accounting files and recordkeeping (paper and electronic)
• Provide general clerical and administrative support as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 2+ years of AP/AR or general accounting clerk experience
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits/credits, reconciliations)
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, NetSuite)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and meet deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills
  

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™