Accounting Clerk

Robert Half • East Syracuse, NY • 8h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in East Syracuse, New York in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports core accounting operations by handling billing, receivables, payables, and related administrative processes that keep financial activity organized and accurate. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with detailed transactions, communicating with customers and vendors, and contributing to day-to-day office efficiency. This opportunity is well suited for someone who brings strong attention to detail, accounting support experience, and confidence using financial systems and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities:

Create monthly customer billings by reviewing service activity, calculating charges, and preparing invoices for distribution.

Apply pricing to completed work orders and verify amounts before issuing accurate customer invoices.

Record incoming payments, maintain accounts receivable records, and follow up on outstanding balances to support timely collections.

Reconcile accounts and assist with job cost review to help maintain accurate financial reporting.

Process vendor invoices, enter payable transactions into the system, and prepare check runs with supporting documentation.

Review vendor statements against internal records and resolve discrepancies to keep accounts payable current.

Price warehouse stock requests and prepare related general ledger entries for proper cost tracking.

Maintain organized filing systems and monitor required customer tax certificates, subcontractor agreements, and insurance documentation.

Provide additional accounting and office support as needed, which may expand to payroll assistance, monthly reporting, journal entries, cash flow support, and contract billing analysis. Requirements - Experience supporting accounting operations in areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and invoice processing.

Ability to perform account reconciliations with accuracy and strong attention to transactional detail.

Proficiency in data entry and spreadsheet work, including practical experience with Microsoft Excel.

Familiarity with accounting platforms such as Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar financial systems.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy office environment.

Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with customers, vendors, and internal team members.

Prior experience in construction, contractor services, or a related project-based environment is helpful.

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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