Accounting Clerk

Leisure World of Maryland, a private, age-restricted community comprised of 29 housing associations and 8,000 residents located in Montgomery County, Maryland, seeks a full-time Accounting Clerk to join our Customer Service Department. The scheduled hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

JOB PURPOSE

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing accounting support to accountants and accounting

Supervisory staff within the department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records, and research discrepancies
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings, and statements, including remote deposit, which involves sorting out mail, matching coupons, and making a batch for deposit
• Reconcile accounts
• Enter key data of financial transactions in database daily
• Compile and sort invoices and checks, process invoices for payment, and checks for deposit
• Issue checks for accounts payable and mail them out
• Record business transactions and keys daily worksheets to general ledger system
• Input type vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records
• Match invoices to check for signature
• Utilize computer systems to run databases, pay bills and order supplies
• Coordinate customer acceptance of payment
• Perform functions in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws
• Handling ACH, monthly deposit, modifying reports, uploading and yearly upload of ACH HOA Fees changes of all associations
• Assist Accountants with resident communications, including payment coupons and mailings
• Distribute association financials and delinquency reports
• Monthly shredding of confidential documents and checks
• Complete personal property tax returns annually
• Positive Pay transmission on a daily basis
• Customer service, including assisting residents and Accountants
• Performs other accounting and clerical functions to support the department as required
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Required
• Associates Degree (two years of college or technical school) in accounting, finance, business administration or related field with 2-4 years of experience

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field, with 0-2 years of

experience.

YEARS AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of experience or Associates Degree with 2-4 years of experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as spreadsheets, balance sheets, invoices, and correspondence.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to make and verify computations with accuracy, to compile statistical data, and prepare routine reports, and to work under time constraints
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with community residents and outside organizations and agencies at various levels
• Ability to resolve problems in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to take care of customers' needs while following company procedures
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted and pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
• Ability to use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter data, or process information
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail · Knowledge of accounting terms, principles, and processes
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations · Knowledge and experience with accounting computer applications
• Working knowledge of Jenark accounting software - Preferred
• Proficient in EXCEL, WORD ·
• Proficient in the use of 10 10-key adding machine.

We can offer you a challenging and rewarding environment with many opportunities to learn, grow and achieve great results. If you want to be a part of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Competitive Salary and excellent benefits.