Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Accounting Clerk | Avalon

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Avalon, located in Cleveland, OH, with a hybrid work schedule. Avalon is a growing organization seeking to expand its Finance team. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting core accounting operations across billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. It offers a unique opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands-on experience and contribute directly to the company’s financial health.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Cleveland, OH

• Team: Part of the Finance team, collaborating with experienced professionals.
• Mission: To support core accounting functions and maintain accurate financial records for Avalon.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Account Collections: Assist with accounts receivable collections and account follow-up.
• Customer Billing: Support customer billing and invoicing activities.
• Payment Processing: Process and apply incoming customer payments.
• Accounts Payable: Support accounts payable and outgoing payment processing activities.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile various accounts and investigate any identified discrepancies.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Fundamental understanding of accounting, finance, or business principles.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, or finance.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; strong attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Bonus: Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.