Accounting Clerk--Entry Level

Job description

Alpha Southwest has been doing business since 1964 and has grown into the largest deep-set turbine water well contractor in our region. Our services include a pump/well division, electrical division and an electric motor repair division allowing us to provide comprehensive services to our customers. Alpha also maintains additional operations in El Paso, TX.

We are a fast paced office looking to add another member to the Accounting team.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a candidate who has recently graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting to play a crucial role in supporting our accounting department with various tasks and responsibilities including a focus on accounts receivable. This person will also handle general office duties and must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and willing to learn. Training will be provided for someone who has achieved the solid educational foundation in Accounting.

Responsibilities:

- Billings and accounts receivable. Previous experience with time and material billing a huge plus!

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of financial transactions

- Help the accounting team as necessary

- Support the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems, experience with Great Plains a big plus.

- Provide general administrative support to the accounting department as needed

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.

Skills desired:

- General accounting and bookkeeping skills

- Proficiency in using accounting software

- Financial acumen and understanding of basic accounting principles

- Experience with or solid understanding of account reconciliation processes

- Knowledge of corporate accounting practices and procedures

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping

- Strong analytical skills to identify discrepancies or errors in financial data

- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Please note: That because this job involves work with financial accounts and records, the chosen candidate must pass a pre-employment background check, credit report check, and drug screen test.

If you are recent college graduate who is motivated and possesses a passion for learning and accounting, we encourage you to apply for this position. Alpha SW offers a great schedule with 1/2 day Fridays.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday