Accounting Clerk

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Job Title: Accounting Clerk

Job Category: Accounting

Industry: Not for Profit - Charitable

Job Location: Remote

Zip Code: NYC

Top 3/5 Skills: accounting or bookkeeping, Accounts Payable processing; invoice submission; PO creation, Advanced Excel required — minimum: VLOOKUP & Pivot Tables

Min & Max Pay Rate: $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Job Responsibilities:

Position Details:

Position: Accounting Clerk

Location: Remote in NYC

Duration: 6+ months with possible extension

Job Description:

Support the Finance Director in day‑to‑day accounting operations, monthly financial practices, and government invoicing while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Assist with monthly accounting practices and general bookkeeping tasks.

·        Manage Accounts Payable processes, including submitting invoices.

·        Create and submit purchase orders.

·        Prepare journal entries and support month‑end close activities.

·        Own the creation and submission of monthly government contract invoices (primary responsibility).

·        Reconcile financial reports and research discrepancies.

·        Perform additional accounting and administrative office support as needed.

Top Skills & Qualifications:

·        5+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.

·        Strong understanding of general accounting principles.

·        Accounts Payable processing; invoice submission; PO creation.

·        Advanced Excel required — minimum: VLOOKUP & Pivot Tables.

·        Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite.

·        Experience with government invoicing (nice to have).

·        Adaptive, flexible, and able to learn new systems and processes quickly.

·        Strong attention to detail and ability to manage recurring monthly financial cycles.