Accounting Clerk I

Student (Undergraduate/Graduate) Relevant Experience: 1+ to 2 Years Accounting Clerk I Description: Summary: The Accounting Clerk I performs basic clerical duties within the accounting department at the direction of the Accounting Manager.  Basic clerical duties include reviewing invoices, bills, vouchers, or other documents for corrections before entering into records; sorting and filing documents and verifying/posting transactions to journals.  Other duties may include preparing bank deposits and sorting and/or distributing mail.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Files A/P and Accounting documents on a daily basis. Opens incoming mail, date-stamps and distributes mail to appropriate departments on a daily basis. Enters vendor invoices in accordance with AP guidelines.  Assists with check runs including matching vendor invoices mailing out checks. Mails grower packouts and other mailings as needed. Assists with vendor and/or client maintenance. Other projects as directed by the Accounting Manager and/or other department supervisors.  COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following: Technical Skills:  Attention to detail; commitment to deadlines; well organized and good time management skills; ability to juggle multiple tasks and be flexible. Interpersonal Skills:  Must have excellent communication skills, maintain confidentiality and listen to others. Teamwork:  Must be able to provide results individually and as part of team. Motivation:  Must be self motivated and take initiative. Quality:  Must demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness and commitment to complete tasks correctly the first time. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma 6+ months experience in accounting or other office environment Basic knowledge of office equipment and related skills. Basic/beginner MS Excel, MS Word and AS400 skills. Effective interpersonal skills. Must be very organized, have the ability to multi-task and be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving workplace. Benefits: Westaff's staffing associates enjoy the benefits of a flexible schedule as well as the support of professionals who can help launch and develop their careers. But there are many other advantages to working for Westaff. At Westaff, we want to ensure a positive work experience. We understand that taking care of your needs as our associate is one of the most important things we can do. So, as part of our commitment, we offer a generous benefits package including: Medical, dental, vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance (offered through SRC Insurance Company) Service Bonus 401(k) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Credit Union Membership Direct Deposit CashPay Card Note: Many of our benefits are subject to additional eligibility requirements. Not all benefits are offered at all Westaff offices. For more information, call your local Westaff representative. About: With more than 60 years of practice, it's no wonder that Westaff has earned the reputation as one of the largest staffing companies in the country, and one of the most experienced. Our success has continued throughout the rest of the world, supplying business solutions in every major market in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=564753-3-623 To see all company job opportunities, click here To learn more about Westaff, visit www.westaff.com To tell a friend about this job opportunity, click here ©2006 Westaff Inc       Westaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer