What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce?
The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing professional, welcoming, and responsive service to everyone who contacts or visits the Chamber as well as routine clerical, filing, and data entry tasks for accounting data including accounts payable, billing, and receivables.
Reasonable Accommodations:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Accept payments for membership dues, events, etc.
- Prepare checks for signatures when printed; mail, scan and file checks when signed.
- Scan credit card statements, bank statements, and other documents.
- Administer text alerts to Chamber members.
- Conduct routine data entry management for accounting records including accounts payable, billing, and accounts receivable.
- Review of billing statements, invoices, and similar documents for accuracy; alerts supervisory staff of any discrepancies.
- Distributes accounting reports as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to accurately and efficiently enter data into computer software and systems.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Work Experience: 3 years’ experience in an office environment, 2 years' experience in bookkeeping, and proficiency in use of computer applications and software.
Computer Skills: Computer proficiency in programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. Proficiency in QuickBooks. Willingness to learn and use industry specific software.
Certifications & Licenses: Valid driver’s license
Other
Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. Ability to function well in team environment. Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment.
Physical Demands:
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs./day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs./day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs./day)
Work Environment:
Typical office environment with moderate noise level. May require minimal amount of travel within the community.
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Accounts payable: 1 year (Preferred)
- Accounts receivable: 1 year (Preferred)
- Bookkeeping: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16