Accounting Clerk

We are Abel HR, founded in 1992, Abel HR is a family-owned and operated Professional Employer Organization (PEO) that offers human resources and benefits administration services to small to mid-size companies.

We have a dynamic opportunity for an Accounting Clerk to join our team.

The Accounting Clerk will be a valuable member of the accounting team and will be responsible for various accounts payable, bookkeeping, and other accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Process Check Requests.
• Process weekly California Tax payments.
• Conduct Stop Payments on payroll checks as needed.
• Provide check copies of inquiries as needed.
• General banking inquiries.
• Provide W2 reprints.
• Conduct American Express analysis.
• Process expense reports.
• Scanning / Filing / Organizing.
• Assist with any state or federal payroll audit information.
• Provides detailed analyses and explanations of transactions as needed.
• Utilize the company financial System to account for all debits/credits and ensure proper documentation has been included.
• Process draw down requests.
• Process monthly commissions.
• Assist with maintaining SUTA rates in the accounting system.
• Help with month-end preparation, processing, closing, and reporting.
• Process EFT transactions and check requests.
• Investigate and resolve returned items from bank partners.
• Continually review all processing functions while exploring efficiencies.
• Provide coverage for others in the department during absences to ensure proper back-ups are in place.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the manager's discretion.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in a similar accounting position.
• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience applying financial accounting practices.
• Experience with Accounting software and basic accounting/booking knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work independently and under close supervision and display initiative, self-motivation, and dedication necessary for timely and successful work completion.
• Self-starter and a team player that will thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to keep all business and operational information confidential.
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines to complete assigned projects.