T-AT-Accounting Clerk

Robert Half • Chesapeake, VA • 5h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Chesapeake, Virginia. This long-term contract role focuses on lease accounting and requires collaboration with various departments to ensure accurate financial records and timely issue resolution. If you have a strong background in reconciliations and journal entries, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic retail environment.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary point of contact between store locations, operations teams, and the accounting department to address and resolve discrepancies.

Perform daily reconciliations of financial transactions, including escrow accounts, rent payments, expenses, and additional fees.

Prepare and post journal entries to correct account codes in the general ledger.

Review incoming communications and requests, providing clear guidance to stores on proper accounting procedures.

Support the accuracy and completeness of lease accounting records by ensuring all transactions are properly documented.

Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.

Assist in the preparation of reports and analyses related to lease accounting and financial activities.

Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards in all tasks performed.

Respond to inquiries from internal stakeholders, providing accurate and timely information.

Maintain organized records and files to support audit and reporting requirements. Requirements - Proven experience in accounting or a related field, preferably within a retail or corporate environment.

Strong understanding of general ledger functions and journal entry preparation.

Proficiency in financial reconciliations, including handling high volumes of transactions.

Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with various departments and stakeholders.

High level of attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Familiarity with lease accounting principles is a plus.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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