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Account Clerk I Location: San Jose, California
Work Type: Long-Term Contract
Positions: 1
The Account Clerk I is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting and clerical functions, including data entry, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role requires strong attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting Support
- Assist with maintaining financial records and documentation
- Perform data entry for accounting transactions
- Support journal entries and basic reconciliations
Accounts Payable / Receivable
- Process invoices and verify accuracy
- Assist with vendor payments and tracking
- Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up as needed
Data Entry & Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records
- Update accounting systems and spreadsheets
- File and manage accounting documents
Financial Support
- Assist in preparing basic financial reports
- Support month-end closing activities
- Identify discrepancies and report issues
Compliance & Administrative Support
- Follow company policies and accounting procedures
- Assist with audits and documentation requests
- Provide general administrative support to the finance team
Must-Have Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred)
- 1+ year of accounting or clerical experience
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Experience with Microsoft Excel (data entry, basic formulas)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Experience in accounts payable/receivable
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
