Accounting Clerk - Kenworth Louisiana

Summary:

Provides accounting and clerical assistance to accounting department.

Essential Duties:

· Maintains accounting department files and records.

• Enters information into accounting data entry system.
• Verifies and prepares checks for mailing.
• Researches problem invoices; interfaces with vendors, customer service team, and other appropriate staff to reconcile.
• Assists with month-end close and runs monthly reports as required.
• Prepares and posts deposits; balances deposits on bank statements.
• Prepares invoices, checks, timecards, and other records and reviews for accuracy.
• Logs, posts, and balances petty cash.
• Answers, screens, and directs incoming telephone calls.
• Sorts and distributes internal and external mail.
• Performs general clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing, typing, and mailing.
• Assists with preparation of 1099s as needed.
• Assists with special accounting projects as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

· One-year certificate from college or technical school, six months to one year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Accurately keystroke a minimum of 40 wpm.

• 10-key by touch.

• Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts.

• Proficient on [INDICATE SPECIFIC COMPUTER PROGRAMS REQUIRED BY POSITION].

• Acute attention to detail.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Commitment to excellence and high standards.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The employee would be required to sit down at a desk for long periods of time.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Kenworth of Louisiana, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Kenworth of Louisiana, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.