Accounting Clerks work in an organization’s financial department to complete the necessary clerical work for accurate accounting practices. They perform general office tasks, such as organizing and delivering documents, filing reports, updating records and communicating with clients. Accounting Clerks typically assist Staff Accountants with more administrative tasks. Specific duties can vary based on seniority, with more experienced Accounting Clerks generating reports, verifying the accuracy of data and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Que fait un Accounting Clerk ?
An Accounting Clerk, or Bookkeeping Clerk, supports the operations of an organization’s accounting department, primarily handling administrative tasks to ensure proper financial documentation. Their duties include providing administrative and bookkeeping assistance to Accountants, preparing financial statements according to accounting principles and confirming the accuracy of accounting database information.
Responsabilités
Un Accounting Clerk doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Accounting Clerk doit être capable d'exécuter :
Posting financial transactions using appropriate computer software
Receiving and recording vouchers, cash and checks
Producing a variety of financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets
Checking for accuracy in reports, figures and postings
Reconciling and reporting any discrepancies found in the records
Assisting with tax payments and filing
Maintaining a financial filing system
Compétences requises
Un Accounting Clerk compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Comfort using bookkeeping software and computer spreadsheets
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and recognize errors
Integrity and discretion when handling the company’s financial data
Strong mathematical skills
Understanding of basic accounting principles, processes and reports
Willingness to learn and comply with financial regulations
Organizational skills
Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
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