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We are looking for a detail-focused Accounting Clerk to join a busy accounting team in Festus, Missouri on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone who wants practical experience across core accounting activities, including payables, receivables, reconciliations, payroll support, and financial record management. The position offers exposure to a fast-moving environment where accuracy, organization, and discretion are essential. You will contribute to daily accounting operations while building hands-on knowledge of job costing, reporting, and compliance-related processes.
Job Responsibility
Process vendor invoices, update supplier records, and assist with day-to-day accounts payable activities to help maintain accurate payment workflows
Support accounts receivable functions by posting customer payments, reviewing outstanding balances, and following up on open items as needed
Reconcile credit card activity, banking transactions, and selected ledger accounts to help ensure financial data is complete and accurate
Assist with payroll-related tasks, reporting preparation, and audit support while handling sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality
Contribute to construction and union accounting activities, including documentation for wage compliance, reporting obligations, and related fund tracking
Help with month-end accounting tasks by preparing journal entry support, organizing backup documentation, and assisting the team during close
Maintain orderly accounting and employee files through accurate recordkeeping, scanning, filing, and document management
Enter financial and job cost data into accounting systems such as QuickBooks and ServiceTitan, and prepare spreadsheets and reports in Excel
Participate in special projects and process improvement efforts that strengthen efficiency and accuracy across accounting operations
Requirements
At least 1 year of experience in accounting support, bookkeeping, data entry, or a related finance function
Current pursuit of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field is preferred
Working knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, including payables, receivables, and financial record reconciliation
Experience with or exposure to QuickBooks, invoice processing, and accurate financial data entry
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite for reporting, analysis, and documentation tasks
Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Clear written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment
Sound judgment, initiative, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality with financial and employee information