Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Accounting Clerk | ORC

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at ORC, located in the Columbus, OH area with work-from-home flexibility. ORC specializes in Right of Way, a field where infrastructure meets innovation to shape roads, utilities, and communities for the future. This role is crucial for maintaining the accuracy and organization of the company’s financial records and transactions. It directly supports the Accounting/Finance department, contributing to the overall financial health and stability of the organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time, non-exempt
• Location: Hybrid, Columbus, OH (must reside within a 50-mile radius, with flexibility to work from home and minimal office visits as requested)
• Pay: $18.18–$21.22 hourly
• Team: Accounting/Finance, reporting to Justyn Hayes
• Mission: Process day-to-day accounting transactions accurately and maintain organized, audit-ready financial files.
• Tech Stack: MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Transaction Processing: Process daily accounting transactions with accuracy and precision.
• Record Management: Enter, code, and file invoices, receipts, and expense records in an organized manner.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Reconcile statements and assist the team in resolving any discrepancies.
• File Maintenance: Maintain well-organized and audit-ready accounting files for easy access and review.
• Administrative Support: Provide essential data entry, reporting, and general administrative tasks to support the accounting department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates should possess foundational knowledge in accounting, bookkeeping, or general office support practices.
• Experience: A minimum of one year of accounting, bookkeeping, or office support experience is required.
• Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook. Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and detail-oriented abilities are essential for accuracy.
• Bonus: Strong communication skills, a service mindset, discretion in handling sensitive information, and the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and software are highly valued.