Accounting Clerk at Pepsi MidAmerica – Marion, Illinois

About the Role:

The Accounting Clerk plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of the organization by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This position is responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable, performing bank reconciliations, and processing invoices to support the overall accounting function. The successful candidate will contribute to the preparation of financial reports and assist in job costing to provide insights into project profitability. Additionally, the Accounting Clerk will collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Ultimately, this role is essential for providing reliable financial data that supports strategic decision-making within the company.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Proven experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role, with a strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Process and manage accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure that all financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist in the preparation of journal entries and accruals to maintain accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely processing of invoices and resolve any discrepancies.
• Support job costing efforts by tracking expenses and providing detailed reports on project financials.
• Verify, and process expense reports & preset mileage
• Field phone calls for the Controller and Accounts Payable.
• Key distributions & tracking
• Check and distribute interoffice mail twice daily.
• Prepare Compliance letters each quarter.
• Pull bank statements each month.

Skills:

The required skills such as bank reconciliation and accounts payable are utilized daily to ensure that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner. Proficiency in managing accounts and processing invoices allows the Accounting Clerk to maintain smooth financial operations and support the overall accounting team. Skills in job costing and accruals are essential for providing insights into project profitability and ensuring that financial reports reflect the true state of the company's finances. Working well in a team environment is crucial, as collaboration with colleagues is necessary to resolve discrepancies and streamline processes. Additionally, the ability to perform journal entries and account reconciliations is vital for maintaining the integrity of financial data.