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Accounting Clerk

Companions & Home Helpers
West Hartford, CT Part Time
POSTED ON 12/6/2025 CLOSED ON 1/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at Companions & Home Helpers?

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Clerk to join our dynamic finance team. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing core accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in financial data. Your expertise in financial concepts will help streamline processes, maintain precise records, and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in accounting within a collaborative environment that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Perform data entry for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions using QuickBooks.
  • Reconcile accounts on the balance sheet and general ledger to ensure accuracy.
  • Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and collections.
  • Support payroll management activities by processing payroll data through Santrax and Quickbooks while ensuring adherence to tax regulations and payroll policies.
  • Assist with financial reporting tasks such as account analysis, budget tracking, and audit preparation.
  • Maintain meticulous records of all financial transactions.
  • Conduct account reconciliation procedures regularly to verify data integrity across various financial systems.
  • Support internal audits by providing documentation and explanations related to financial activities.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, double entry bookkeeping, and general ledger accounting.
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks.
  • Knowledge of GAAP standards along with governmental accounting practices is highly desirable.
  • Experience with payroll management in Quickbooks combined with tax experience for accurate payroll processing.
  • Familiarity with SOX compliance requirements for internal controls and audit readiness.
  • Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy; familiarity with 10 key typing is a plus.
  • Ability to perform account reconciliation efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical skills for account analysis and account reconciliation tasks.
  • Basic understanding of budgeting processes and credit analysis principles is advantageous.
  • Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments and supporting audit activities. Join us to be part of a vibrant team where your accounting expertise will make a tangible impact! We value precision, integrity, and proactive problem-solving—qualities that drive our success every day!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 – 20 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $25

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