Accounting Clerk

Location: Plymouth, MI, 48170

Job Summary

Lover's Lane is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk to join our team in Plymouth, MI. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the Accounts Payable activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the accounting department with various clerical and technical tasks. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage Accounts Payable activities including the processing and payment of invoices.
• Separate invoices for each division of the company and tag invoices for weekly payment.
• Post vendor invoices to the general ledger and process checks within designated time frames.
• Properly match purchase and receiving documents and correctly log expenses to general ledger accounts; notify purchaser of any price differences before tagging.
• Manage investigations of amounts due from companies for goods and services purchased.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors.
• Review checks and vouchers to verify correct payment before submission to designated Corporate staff.
• Work closely with vendors and office operations personnel to resolve issues and maintain good relationships.
• Monitor weekly or monthly payment schedules and accounts payable promises, ensuring accurate and timely payments while maximizing available discounts.
• Prepare reports on the status of payable accounts as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensure proper filing and storage of financial records and documentation.
• Arrange payment terms and follow up on collection of accounts receivable.
• Proactively seek cost reduction opportunities within each department.
• Summarize financial details in separate ledgers, journals, or computer files and transfer data to the general ledger.
• Verify records for accuracy and maintain accounts in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reports.
• Print accounts payable checks on a weekly basis.
• Respond to charge-back requests from credit card companies.
• Investigate possible fraudulent transactions and report findings.
• Maintain records of fixed assets.
• Provide technical support and assistance to computer system users within the accounting department.
• Balance ledgers and prepare reports for monthly closing.
• Compute and print completed monthly financial statements.
• File monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounting Clerk or in a similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and general ledger posting.
• Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal accounting regulations.