Accounting Clerk - A/R

Overview: JOB SUMMARY: Performs routine accounting work in accounts receivable and related clerical duties under direct supervision. Processes and records transactions, monitors accounts, provides routine accounting reports, and makes adjustments as required. Reviews and analyzes current systems and provides suggestions for enhancements.Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Processes, verifies and enters data for accounts receivable, including aged-trial reports, shipping and receiving documents, check requests, purchase orders, etc. Ensures accuracy, data integrity, thoroughness, and timeliness. (30%)

• Monitors accounts and prepares reports for one or more accounting functions or processes. (30%)

• Processes and verifies accounts payable, performing required research, to ensure accuracy and timeliness. (20%)

• Communicates with customers regarding account status and follows up on inquiries to maintain strong customer relations. (10%)

• Establishes and maintains files for one or more accounting functions or processes. (5%)

• Performs various clerical and reception duties to provide general assistance as required. (5%)

• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Not applicable
PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
• Project/assignment management
• Organization and attention to detail
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Customer satisfaction with internal and external customers

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and experience equivalent to:
Education/Certification:High school diploma or equivalent and accounting courses resulting in basic knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and processes.
Experience:Up to 2 years of related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Division Operations (B)
• Relevant division concepts, procedures, and regulations (J)
• Project/assignment management techniques and procedures (B)
• 10-Key machine by touch. (B)
• PC word-processing/spreadsheet software applications (J)
• Use of basic office equipment and machinery (PCs, copiers, fax machines, modems, etc.) (J)
• Generally accepted accounting principles. (J)
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes. (B)

Skill and ability to:

• Work effectively in a typical business environment
• Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
• Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed