Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounting Clerk in Alexandria, Virginia. This role is vital to our operations, as you will be responsible for various tasks including data entry, invoice processing, and maintaining records. As an Accounting Clerk, your primary function will be to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of our financial and administrative processes. Responsibilities: • Effectively handle phone queries from customers • Regularly update and maintain customer credit records • Efficiently process customer invoices • Execute data entry tasks with high accuracy • Distribute mail to the appropriate departments or individuals • Use Microsoft Excel to maintain and update financial records • Manage clerical filing system for easy data retrieval • Ensure all billing information and payments are recorded accurately • Sort incoming mail and distribute to the appropriate parties. Requirements • Proficiency in billing procedures and practices • Experienced in data entry tasks with a strong attention to detail • Proficient in invoice processing, with the ability to manage high volumes of invoices accurately • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create spreadsheets and use advanced functions • Experience with filing and record keeping, ensuring proper organization and accessibility of documents. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .