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The accounting clerk is responsible for providing accounting and clerical support to the accounting department. The function is based on a 40-hour work week for a temporary period of 1 year, with the possibility of extension.
· Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
· Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements
· Reconcile accounts in a timely manner
· Prepare regulatory reports
· Prepare monthly broker statements
· Daily cash count
· Assist in audit requests
· Daily enter key data of financial transactions in database
· Provide assistance and support to company personnel
· Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
· Inform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas
· Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws
· Assists as directed by management, in other activities within the department.
· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent certification in a related field;
· Proven accounting experience, preferably as an Accounts receivable clerk or Accounts payable clerk;
· Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures;
· Competency in MS Office, accounting software and well-versed in Sage, Pivot tables / database;
· Hands-on experience with spreadsheets, financial reports, data entry and word processing skills;
· Accuracy and attention to detail, aptitude for numbers;
· Ability to perform filing and record keeping tasks;
· Well organized;
· Good communication skills;
· Can-do attitude;
· Able to perform under levels of stress, and be able to deal with challenging situations;
· Able to work in a high-paced, constantly changing work environment
