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Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

PeopleShareNewport News, VA, United States of America
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated AP / AR Accounting Clerk to join our team in Hampton, VA. In this role, you will work directly with the accounting manager to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial record-keeping. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a small local office environment and being an integral part of a collaborative accounting team.AP / AR Accounting Clerk Job Details :

  • Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00am–5 : 00pm (flexible depending on office needs)
  • Location : In-Office - Hampton, VA
  • Pay : $18-$22 DOE
  • Terms : Contract-to-Hire

Selling Points about AP / AR Accounting Clerk :

  • Opportunity to work closely with the accounting manager and gain hands-on experience in HR operations
  • Exposure to both accounts payable and receivable, record keeping, and financial data management
  • Use of QuickBooks (desktop preferred) and Microsoft Office in a professional office environment
  • Great role for someone looking to grow in accounting or bookkeeping, or seeking a stable small business environment

    • AP / AR Accounting Clerk Job Description :

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial and HR records, both digital and physical
  • Enter and manage financial data in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
  • Process trade invoices, payments, expense reports, and inventory invoices
  • Reconcile accounts, including bank statements and general ledger entries
  • Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks
  • Support month-end and year-end accounting processes as needed
  • Assist with general bookkeeping and administrative tasks as required
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth financial operations

    • AP / AR Accounting Clerk Ideal Requirements :

  • Experience with QuickBooks (desktop preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits, credits, and ledgers
  • Good data entry skills and attention to detail
  • Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members
  • Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or related financial role preferred

    • PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.

    PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and / or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.IND26{"@context" : "http : / / schema.org","@type" : "JobPosting","baseSalary" : null,"datePosted" : "2025-08-26","validThrough" : "2026-08-26","description" : "

    We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated AP / AR Accounting Clerk to join our team in Hampton, VA. In this role, you will work directly with the accounting manager to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial record-keeping. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a small local office environment and being an integral part of a collaborative accounting team.

    AP / AR Accounting Clerk Job Details :

  • Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00am–5 : 00pm (flexible depending on office needs)
  • Location : In-Office - Hampton, VA
  • Pay : $18-$22 DOE
  • Terms : Contract-to-Hire

    • Selling Points about AP / AR Accounting Clerk :

    Opportunity to work closely with the accounting manager and gain hands-on experience in HR operations

    Exposure to both accounts payable and receivable, record keeping, and financial data management

    Use of QuickBooks (desktop preferred) and Microsoft Office in a professional office environment

    Great role for someone looking to grow in accounting or bookkeeping, or seeking a stable small business environment

    AP / AR Accounting Clerk Job Description :

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial and HR records, both digital and physical
  • Enter and manage financial data in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
  • Process trade invoices, payments, expense reports, and inventory invoices
  • Reconcile accounts, including bank statements and general ledger entries
  • Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks
  • Support month-end and year-end accounting processes as needed
  • Assist with general bookkeeping and administrative tasks as required
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth financial operations

    • AP / AR Accounting Clerk Ideal Requirements :

  • Experience with QuickBooks (desktop preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits, credits, and ledgers
  • Good data entry skills and attention to detail
  • Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members
  • Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or related financial role preferred

    • PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.

    PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and / or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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