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Accounting Clerk Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

An Accounting Clerk provides various types of financial support to an accounting or finance team. Their duties will vary depending on their previous experience. Some may do data entry, while others record a wide range of financial transactions. The types of duties will depend on the needs of the business or team.

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Accounting Clerk duties and responsibilities

An Accounting Clerk may be required to handle a variety of duties and responsibilities at a company. This will vary depending on the industry of the organization or the experience of the employee. Some Accounting Clerks may be responsible for data entry and maintaining ledgers. Others may ensure payments and receivables are current. Additional duties and responsibilities can include:

  • Using bookkeeping databases, spreadsheets, and software such as Microsoft Excel
  • Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Receiving and recording cash and cheques
  • Producing a variety of reports including income statements and balance sheets
  • Checking for accuracy in reports, figures, and postings
  • Managing transactions for cash and cheques with banks
  • Interacting with management, customers, and vendors
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Accounting Clerk Job Description Examples:

Example 1

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Job Summary


Large-scale flooring company, 40 years in operation, seeking a full-time permanent bookkeeper. Minimum 5 years of previous bookkeeping experience required. Excellent opportunity for a career-minded individual with the desire to succeed.

Responsibilities and Duties

Duties would include, but are not limited to:

- Maintain accounts, prepare cheques, payments and deposits

- Reconcile bank accounts

- Prepare all government remittances, HST, EHT, WSIB, etc

- Perform other bookkeeping duties

- All other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills

Skills Required:

- Must be very knowledgeable in Sage Accounting software

- Excellent knowledge of both Microsoft Word and Excel

- Accuracy and attention to detail when working under deadlines

- Able to take direction and follow policies and procedures

- Possess superior communication skills, both verbal and written

- Teamwork skills

- Able to set and meet deadlines

- Highly organized and detail oriented

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Dental care
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour Location: In person

    • Example 2

    Position: Bi-Lingual Accounting Clerk (English/Chinese)

    Duration: Permanent

    Location: Mississauga, ON

    Job Description:

    Responsibilities:

    Must be fluent with English and Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin)

     AP/AR planning and follow up

  • Monthly bank reconciliation

  • Maintain general ledgers and financial statement

  • Post journal entries

  • HST Return and filings

  • Invoicing, billing and deposit cheques and process credit card, EFT/Wire payments

  • Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, taxes, and other financial reports

  • Develop and analyze reporting for business operations and budgets

  • Perform audits, ensuring adherence to standard requirements

  • Create new processes to improve financial efficiency

  • Report analysis and findings to management team

    Qualifications:

  • Background in accounting or accounting related fields

  • Previous experience as bookkeeper or accounting clerk with full cycle accounting experience

  • Fluent in oral and written English.

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting to meet critical deadlines

  • Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Experienced working with Quickbooks or other accounting software and or ERP system.

  • Experienced user in Microsoft Office programs including outlook, excel and ppt. Company Description Import and distribution of building materials

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Education:
  • Secondary School (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper: 1 year (required)
  • AP/AR: 1 year (required)
  • full cycle accounting: 1 year (required)
  • QuickBooks: 1 year (preferred)

    Language:
  • Bi-lingual - English / Chinese Location: In person

    • Example 3

    TEDA International Auto Group is the fastest growing auto group in Canada. With offices in Canada and China

    we are now actively searching for an accountant with dealership experience to join our team.

    What You'll Do:

  • Duties & Responsibilities: Vehicle Processing:� Processes all New & Used Vehicle Sales on a daily basis.� Posts all Sales in the CRM (One-Eighty) and Accounting Software (CDK).� Prepares and maintains the Commission Payable Reports for payroll.� Posts all funding from all Financial Sources.� Keeps abreast of Manufacturer Sales Programs and ensures that appropriate accounts are credited.� Sets up Receivables for any Sales Programs including Target Bonuses etc.� Sets up any Payables for Extended Warranties, Insurance, Service Contracts etc.� Reconciles all related Schedules.
  • Accounts Payable:� Verifies all invoices and obtains the appropriate authorizations for payment.� Allocates charges to the appropriate G/L accounts and posts invoices daily.� Prepares the monthly Accounts Payable cheques.� Reconciles Statements of Account with the ledger and ensures payments take place within Dealership time frames.� Prepares Account/Expense Analyses.� Reconciles all related Schedules.
  • Accounts Receivable:� Processes Accounts Receivable payments.� Monitors and follows-up with overdue accounts.� Prints Statements and provide invoice copies when required.
  • Miscellaneous Tasks:� Processes the Daily Deposit, which includes balancing of payments received with G/L.� Posts all Warranty and Program Payments, Billing invoices, and reconciles Statement on a weekly basis.� Cooperates in any related special projects as needed.� Coordinates/Performs monthly Physical Vehicle Inventory.� Various HR tasks upon request.� Orders Office Supplies.� Assists Controller with Monthly Reconciliations of Schedules and G/L accounts prior to month end.
  • Minimum Qualifications & Skills:� College Diploma or University Degree with focus in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.� Must have Automotive Dealership Accounting experience.� Intermediate knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger and Accounting Procedures.� CDK/One-Eighty experience strongly preferred.� Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on Excel.� Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work based on month end and year end accounting cycles and financial reporting deadlines.� Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.� Solid analytical skills, self directed, detail oriented, problem solver and ability to multi-task.� Ability to work with a Team to establish effective working relationships.�
  • Handle ALL tasks with utmost confidentiality.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $45,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Car Dealership: 1 year (required)
  • accounting: 2 years Location: One location

    • Example 4

    For over 40 years, CEL has been a trusted partner in providing comprehensive, fully-integrated electrical construction and maintenance services for industrial, agricultural and commercial facilities. Our expertise goes beyond electrical installation and extends to engineering, instrumentation and preventative maintenance. Our full suite of electrical solutions extends to our ability to custom manufacture CSA-approved electrical equipment. Additionally, under the Comco brand, we deliver leading systems and automation services � from standalone machine control to full PLC facility automation solutions.

    Reports to:

    Office Manager

    Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance of files storage for vendor invoices, including monitoring of corporate email box of vendor invoices
  • Assistance with payables coding in accounting software
  • Management of corporate card postings in accounting software
  • Management of Fuel card postings in accounting software

    Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in AP and/or AR would be considered an asset
  • Experience with MS Excel and in MS Office suite of products
  • Previous experience with accounting software such as Quickbooks would be considered an asset

    Job Type: Part-time

    Salary: $21,000.00-$28,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Education:
  • Secondary School (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
  • Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)

    Work Location: One deadline: 2022-11-30

    • Example 5

    Dynamo is one of Saskatchewan�s fastest growing power and control specialists serving the utility, industrial, and renewable energy sectors.

    Our Finance Department is looking for an Accounting Clerk to join their team. This position involves work in all major functions of the Finance Department including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing, and financial accounting.

    The ideal candidate will be an energetic self-starter with a strong sense of personal accountability, be highly organized, and possess a keen attention to detail. This position will require flexibility, efficiency, and high degree of accuracy.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    Assist the Controller with day-to-day accounting functions:

  • Month-end reconciliations and entries.
  • Applying cash receipts against client invoices.
  • Posting and reconciling monthly EFT vendor payments.
  • Tracking and updating KPIs.
  • Reconciling and administering corporate credit cards.
  • Reconciling and posting monthly fuel usage.
  • Other Finance Department activities as circumstances require.

    Secondary Responsibilities:

    Job Opening and Invoicing:

  • Setting up new jobs in accounting system for revenue and cost tracking purposes.
  • Oversee and prepare client invoices for review and approval by Project Managers.
  • Enter project data and invoices into other client-specific software programs.

    Support Coverage:

    Timesheets:

  • Daily data entry functions including timesheets and expenses.
  • Reviewing and reconciling timesheets to field documents.

    Accounts Payable:

  • Entering and attaching vendor bills received into accounting system.
  • Manage and monitor vendor bill approvals, rejections, and code changes.

    Qualifications:

  • A Diploma or Certificate in accounting administration, business administration, or office administration from a recognized teaching institution.
  • Proven and proficient use of automated accounting software � Vista Viewpoint or SAP ERP style system would be an asset.
  • Must be proficient in use of MS office suite � particularly spreadsheet and database programs.
  • Ability to maintain high level of accuracy and confidentiality concerning financial and client files.
  • Excellent organizational skills, good verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Flexible, adaptable, reliable, and honest.

    Compensation and Benefits:

  • We offer employees a positive work-life balance.
  • Highly competitive wages with a pay scale established to market or above.
  • Regular and personalized career development planning meetings.
  • Life, Health, and Dental program.
  • Christmas office closure.

    Challenge yourself today in an environment that values good people, teamwork, and provides opportunities for personal growth, please submit your resume online.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • RRSP match
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Location: One location

    • Example 6

    We are looking for an accounting professional with experience in the oilfield service industry for a part-time Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant position. The ideal candidate for this position will have a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and an aptitude for performing under pressure. This position will be based out of our Grande Prairie office.

    The successful applicant will be expected to perform general office administration duties and maintain positive relationships with clients. Knowledge and experience of full-cycle accounting, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and month/year-end reconciliations are necessary. The ideal candidate will have an excellent attitude and a desire to continuously learn.

    This is an opportunity to work closely with a dynamic team in a rapidly growing company. We are looking for the best of the best.

    Responsibilities

    The successful candidate is accountable for but not limited to:
  • Assisting with accounting activities pertaining to all aspects of A/P, A/R, Payroll, Month/Year End procedures

  • Preparing reports, updating, and retrieving financial data

  • Maintaining filing and record systems

  • Processing invoices and supporting documents

  • Performing accounts receivable calls and answering customer inquiries

  • Ensuring administrative and accounting compliance with company policies and standards

  • Coordinating duties with other members of the accounting department as needed
    Qualifications
  • Some post-secondary education or technical training in accounting or related field
    *

  • 2+ years of office admin or accounting experience

  • Prior oilfield service industry experience would be an asset

  • Proficiency/experience with Sage accounting software

  • Must be skilled with MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook

  • Familiarity with general office equipment, internet browsing, etc.

  • Strong time management, communication, and analytical skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with multiple deadlines and priorities

  • Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to work and learn quickly are essential

    How To Apply

    Please email your cover letter and resume.

    Questions About The Position?

    Call Sherrie Dunphy at [phone number]

    Job Type: Part-time
    Part-time hours: 20 per week

    Salary: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Grande Prairie, AB T8X 6S1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • Accounting: 2 years 2 years (preferred)

    • Example 7

    Position Classification:

    In Scope - CUPE (Administrative Assistant - Accounting)

    The Mission of LeeCaring Communities is to create resident focused communities that are respectful, caring and compassionate, where residents are encouraged to live each day with purpose and belonging.

    Our Values:
  • Resident centered care - we care for the whole person with kindness, respect and dignity, while ensuring residents and their families have a voice in all aspects of their care and service.

  • Continuous Improvement � we strive to continually improve our care and services.

  • Welcoming Environments � everyone who lives, visits and works in our community contributes to its warmth and friendliness.

  • Diligent Stewardship �we commit to using all resources entrusted to us, to maximize our residents� quality of life.

    Reporting to the Manager of Finance and IT Services, the Administrative Assistant (Accounting) is responsible for the effective completion of delegated responsibilities including, but not limited to, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management and Banking, and the administration of resident related financial transactions. The incumbent maintains an effective professional relationship with multiple stakeholders including site management and staff, residents and their families.

    Areas of Responsibility
  • Processes Accounts Payable in accordance with the Foundation�s policies and processes
  • Coordinates Accounts Receivable in accordance with the Foundation�s policies and processes
  • Manages Petty Cash and reconciles banking transactions
  • Performs transactions related to accommodation and other services provided to residents
  • Performs Other Accounting Responsibilities related to the processing and entering of data
  • Assists in creating a safe, healthy, productive and caring environment for residents and staff

    Formal Education and Experience:
  • Post-secondary degree or diploma required in a relevant field (Accounting, Finance etc.)
  • Minimum two (2) years of progressive accounting and financial experience.
  • Work experience within Health Care settings is considered an asset..

    Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills; including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with Accounting Software such as Sage/QuickBooks/Simply Accounting.
  • Outstanding customer service skills.
  • Positive approach to problem solving
  • Ability to use excellent professional judgement and to act as a mentor and role model to all staff.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for leadership and progression in career.
  • Provides evidence of professional development.
  • Exhibits excellent communication and analytical skills.
  • Works within the Mission and Values of the Foundation.
  • Exhibits strong problem-solving and is both pro-active and a critical thinker.
  • Exhibits ability to provide coaching and possesses conflict management skills.
  • Flexible and open to change.
  • Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize.

    Ability to communicate in Cantonese/Mandarin will be considered an asset.

    All employees are required to submit a criminal record check that includes a Vulnerable Sector check.

    Hours of work: Monday � Friday 0800-1615H

    Starting Salary will commensurate based on Education and Experience.

    We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 3 months

    Salary: $42,619.34-$51,317.17 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Continuous masking on-site is required for all staff, and Covid-19 vaccine immunization is mandatory.

    Ability to AB T5H 0G2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    • Example 8

    Position Description

    Position Title: Administrative Assistant / Accounting Clerk

    Responsible To: Executive Director � Career Connections Inc.

    Purpose of the Position

    The incumbent under direct supervision of the Executive Director performs general office duties supporting the Administration and Career Programs Departments. Primary responsibilities include answering and distributing incoming phone calls, taking accurate messages, greeting customers and visitors upon arrival in a courteous manner and maintaining good public relations through telephone and personal contact. Also responsible for processing accounts payable and invoicing on a regular basis.

    Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs secretarial duties as required for the Executive Director, Employment Counsellors, Employment Facilitators and project personnel who from time to time may be involved with Career Connections
  • Type reports, correspondence, and other business-related documents
  • Process all incoming payables, ensuring all bills are paid on time
  • Issue any invoices to customers through QuickBooks
  • Produce rental invoices monthly for rental properties in building
  • Ensure that all receivables are collected promptly
  • Bank deposits as required
  • Answer incoming calls and distribute messages accurately and promptly
  • Greet customers, guests, clients and referral agencies upon arrival in a courteous manner and maintain good public relations through telephone and personal contact
  • Notify appropriate staff of arrival of their appointments and callers
  • Update and maintain office policies and procedures
  • Maintain contact lists
  • Ordering of office supplies
  • Distribute mail
  • Assist in scoring Pro 3000 Assessment modules
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications
  • Must be fluent with QuickBooks
  • Business Administration Diploma or a combination of education and experience is an asset
  • Must have at least two years experience working in the accounting sector
  • Knowledge of the not for profit sector an asset
  • Experience working in a unionized environment
  • Require good skills in use of applicable computer software, calculator, photocopier, facsimile machine, intercom system and use of the internet
  • Require good skills in customer relations, time management, telephone answering, and verbal and written communication
  • Ability to organize files, keep records and handle cash
  • Completion of related computer courses and experience in operating a variety of other office equipment
  • Experience as a secretary or receptionist

    Suggested Pay Scale

    Step 1 $18.99

    Step 2 $19.37

    Step 3 $19.76

    Step 4 $20.16

    Step 5 $20.56

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: From $18.99 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

    COVID-19 considerations:
    masks are welcome. Regular sanitizing and cleaning

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Brandon, MB R7A 3C8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Education:
  • Secondary School (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Front desk: 1 year (preferred)
  • Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

    Application deadline: start date: 2022-07-04

    • Example 9

    The Approval Genieis a market leader when it comes to institutional financing in the auto finance industry. Our goal is to help as many people obtain qualified auto financing solutions in a challenging credit environment. We advise, consult and tailor solutions for each client's unique situation. Our clients rely on our expert advice when it comes to finding affordable financing solutions for newer pre-owned bank-value vehicles (accident free, mileage under 100K, and 3 years or newer model make year) that fits their needs. Most importantly we offer the chance to rebuild and re-establish their credit history for years to come.

    Every year the Approval Geniewins multiple national awards from Canada's top institutional charter banks. Last year 2 major banks awarded the Approval Genie with their prestigious national awards; top 3 and 5 in Canada for loan volumes generated.

    Within the last 10 years, the Approval Genie has grown from 1 location to 6; Toronto, Mississauga, Ottawa, Hamilton, Whitby and Montreal.

    Accounting CLERK

    You shall be accountable for the following work and procedures.

    � Accurately record vehicle purchase transactions

    � Accurately record vehicle sale transactions updating all required spreadsheets

    � Calculate & record the salesperson commissions on spreadsheets

    � Post vendor invoice as directed

    � Prepares and sends vendor cheques as required

    � Verify and post petty cash expenses for each store

    � Responsible for maintaining filing system for corporate records according to government retention requirements

    � Verifies accuracy of general ledger accounts in accounting

    � Helps to ensures all funds from sold vehicles have been received in full

    � Take up reception duties as required

    � Help prepare all the monthly remittance (insurance, warranty etc.)

    � Assists the owner with any ad hoc requests

    � To assist in accurately closing month end and year end
    Performs any other duties or follow any other instructions as requested by the Controller, CFO or owner

    We require that these duties be organized and performed with little supervision.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $44,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
  • Bookkeeping: 1 year start date: 2022-07-04

    • Example 10

    Gustafson's Auto Service Ltd has an opportunity for an individual with strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills for an Accounting CLERK

    *-
  • Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Enter accounts payable into Financials.

  • Ensure invoices are properly supported and approved.

  • Ensure the accuracy of sales tax (GST and PST) and identify and calculate self-assessments. where required.

  • Prepare account reconciliations including customer and vendor statement reconciliation.

  • Back up for accounts receivable entry.

  • Back up reception coverage.

  • Support to the team in additional duties as needed

    Our Ideal Candidate Would Have

    1 to 2 years of experience in a similar role.

    High degree of accuracy with numbers and strong attention to detail.

    Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

    Must be flexible and be able to adjust to changing workloads and tasks

    A self-starter with the initiative to learn and grow.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Experience:
  • Accounting: 1 year 1 year (preferred)

    • What does an Accounting Clerk do?

    An Accounting Clerk works with the finance or accounting team at an organization. They may work individually, or within a larger team. An Accounting Clerk is often responsible for maintaining financial records and running reports for management. Depending on their experience, they will have different duties pertaining to the financial aspects of the company or their clients and customers.

    Accounting Clerk skills and qualifications

    Accounting Clerks will use various accounting software programs to track financial transactions. It may be beneficial for a candidate to be proficient in a certain type of software your company uses, such as QuickBooks. Depending on the business, they may interact with customers or vendors. Accounting Clerks should possess skills that include:

    • Excellent analytical, financial, and mathematical abilities
    • Proficiency in bookkeeping programs and related software
    • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
    • Extremely trustworthy and professionally-minded
    • Strong business and written communication skills
    • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines

    Accounting Clerk experience requirements

    Many employers will seek an Accounting Clerk with one to two years of prior experience. This experience may come from their education, prior work experience, or volunteer hours. Some employers may look for experience as an Account Clerk, Bookkeeper, or Accountant in resumes. Experience with specific software programs the company currently uses would be considered an asset.

    Accounting Clerk education and training requirements

    An Accounting Clerk may have a high school diploma, or they may have higher education. A college diploma in finance, bookkeeping, or accounting may be beneficial. An applicant may have taken online certificate courses to help them further their business skills to stand out. An Accounting Clerk may also be certified by a reputable organization such as the Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada.

    Accounting Clerk salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for an Accounting Clerk is $20.12 per hour in Canada. The salary will be dependent on the applicant’s location. A large metropolitan city such as Toronto may have a higher market average salary than a smaller city. A candidate’s experience will also be a factor in determining salary expectations, as well as the industry and employer.

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    Who does an Accounting Clerk report to?

    An Accounting Clerk may report to a different person depending on the organization or size of the company. An Accounting Clerk may report to a Senior Accountant or Financial Manager at a larger company. At a smaller company, they may report directly to the Chief Financial Officer or owner.

    What is the difference between an Accountant and an Accounting Clerk?

    Accounting Clerks will have to enter data into spreadsheets. They may use complex database formulas to aid in data entry. Meanwhile, Accountants analyze all that data and organize it to create meaningful reports. Both roles need excellent financial and numeracy understanding and may work closely together.

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