We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a wholesale distribution business in Cocoa, Florida. This Contract-to-Permanent position is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing both payables and receivables, maintaining accurate records, and resolving discrepancies in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid spreadsheet skills, and hands-on experience with core accounting processes.
Responsibilities:
- Support daily accounting activities by handling clerical and financial tasks across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related recordkeeping functions.
- Review bills of lading, trip documentation, and vendor billing details to confirm accuracy and follow up on incomplete or inconsistent information.
- Prepare and issue customer invoices on schedule while meeting recurring daily and month-end processing timelines.
- Reconcile credit card transaction batches within the accounting system, investigate variances, and make corrections to keep balances accurate.
- Examine inventory-related accounting data, identify mismatches, and take appropriate action to ensure records align correctly.
- Maintain journals, subsidiary ledgers, and other supporting accounting documentation with a high level of accuracy.
- Assist in resolving unusual or infrequent accounting items by identifying issues and recommending practical next steps.
- Use Microsoft Excel to organize financial data, perform analysis, and support account reconciliation activities.
- 2+ years of experience in an accounting clerk or similar accounting support role.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and invoice processing.
- Experience with account reconciliations, general ledger support, and accurate data entry.
- Proficiency in Excel, including formulas used for analysis and balancing activities.
- Hands-on experience with Great Plains Accounting.
- Ability to review financial records carefully, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues efficiently.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume work environment.
