Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to advance your career in finance? Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a skilled Accounting Clerk to join our dynamic team in Buffalo, NY. We pride ourselves on transparency, growth, and offering a flexible work environment.
In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in maintaining the financial health of our organization. While based in our Buffalo headquarters, we offer a hybrid schedule that supports remote work flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid work model (2 days remote, 3 days in-office).
- Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Responsibilities
- Manage Accounts: Process and verify invoices for accounts payable and accounts receivable to ensure timely and accurate payments.
- Reconciliation: Perform daily bank reconciliations and credit card statements to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- General Ledger: Maintain and update the general ledger accounts, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded correctly.
- Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and variance analysis for management review.
- Record Keeping: Organize and maintain physical and electronic filing systems for all financial documents and contracts.
- Support: Assist the Senior Accountant with month-end close procedures and year-end audits.
- Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with internal policies and federal regulations.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in accounting or a similar administrative role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (pivot tables, vlookup), and experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero).
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to spot errors and ensure accuracy in data entry and reporting.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with team members and clients.
- Work Ethic: Ability to work independently in a remote setting as well as collaboratively in an office environment.
- Organization: Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.