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Robert Half Accounting Clerk in Syracuse, New York
Description We are inviting applications for the role of an Accounting Clerk in the construction/contracting industry. Located in Syracuse, New York, this role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity. The selected candidate will be responsible for a variety of functions, including customer invoicing, processing credit card payments, and maintaining accurate records.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure accurate and efficient processing of customer credit applications
• Conduct regular collections on a weekly basis
• Oversee Granite Gold Warranty Registrations and reconciliations
• Participate in general vendor warranty reconciliations
• Contribute to weekly Cost of Goods (COGS) Reporting
• Verify weekly customer sales tax reports for accuracy
• Manage posting of customer remittances
• Handle input of A/P to SAGE50; match invoice amounts to PO#s, code to correct General Ledger accounts
• Account for sales tax accruals on A/P invoices accurately
• Maintain back-up documents in the Google drive
• Cross-check vendor A/P statements against entries in SAGE50
• Execute additional duties as required
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure detail and accuracy for accounting purposes
• Assist with year-end inventory reconciliation as needed. Requirements • Proficiency in Account Reconciliation, ensuring all financial records are accurate and complete.
• Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP), including managing invoices and processing payments.
• Demonstrable skills in managing Accounts Receivable (AR), including invoicing, payment follow-ups, and record keeping.
• Knowledge in Billing procedures, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing to clients.
• Expertise in Data Entry, maintaining accurate and up-to-date information in company databases.
• Proficiency in Invoice Processing, ensuring all invoices are accurately recorded and paid on time.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, utilizing formulas, charts, and pivot tables to manage and analyze data.
• Experience with Oracle financial software, managing financial data and generating reports.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks for managing business payments, billings, and payroll functions.
• Experience with SAP software for business operations and customer relations.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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