Accounting Clerk

Position Title: Accountant Clerk

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Classification: Exempt

Essential Functions: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Location: Fort Worth, TX (In-Office)
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Payroll Supervisor

Position Summary

The Accounting Clerk supports the Accounting Department by performing payroll, administrative, and accounting-related functions with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Reporting initially to the Payroll Supervisor, this role is responsible for assisting with the processing and verification of weekly payroll, maintaining accurate records, and providing administrative support across various accounting functions.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment. This individual must be willing to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple areas within the Accounting Department as business needs evolve.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter and verify employee time records, ensuring accurate job and equipment coding.
• Review payroll-related data for accuracy and completeness prior to processing.
• Research and resolve timesheet, payroll, job costing, and coding discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll and accounting records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist with clerical and administrative tasks, including responding to emails, filing documents, and processing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Provide support to Accounting team members on various projects and departmental initiatives.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Success Factors

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Alignment with the company's mission, vision, and values.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on evolving responsibilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism and strong relationship-building abilities.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Self-motivation and accountability in achieving individual and team goals.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and respond professionally to challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with accounting and payroll software systems.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) or more years of accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or related experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications: 

• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen. 

Notes: 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.