Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for an privately held business in Columbia, South Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing a high volume of accounting transactions with accuracy. The position will contribute to both payables and receivables processes while helping maintain reliable financial records and timely invoice handling.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices and payment transactions accurately while maintaining organized accounts payable records.

• Prepare and post customer billing information, apply incoming payments, and support routine accounts receivable activities.

• Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Review invoice documentation for completeness, resolve discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams or external contacts as needed.

• Use Sage and related accounting tools to update records, track transactions, and support day-to-day bookkeeping functions.

• Build and maintain spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas to reconcile data and monitor balances.

• Assist with account reconciliations and help ensure financial information is current, consistent, and audit-ready.

• At least 3 years of experience in an accounting clerk or similar transactional accounting role.

• Hands-on experience with both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

• Strong data entry skills with a proven ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including practical use of formulas for tracking and reconciliation tasks.

• Experience working with Sage or a comparable accounting platform.

• Solid understanding of invoice processing, payment posting, and basic accounting controls.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with close attention to detail.