Description We are in search of an Accounting Clerk for our client based in Richland, Mississippi. In this role, you will be handling the administrative and financial needs of the Accounts Payable/Finance Department in a construction setting. This role presents a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Accurately and efficiently process customer credit applications • Provide internal and external audit assistance when needed • Maintain accurate customer credit records • Execute daily processes and controls in line with company policies • Assist in the sorting, logging, photocopying, and filing of invoices, checks, and other documents • Verify, log, and expedite the mailing of checks, including special handling • Handle special projects as assigned by the management • Offer customer service to our internal business partners • Open, sort, and distribute daily department mail • Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary Requirements • Proficiency in Account Reconciliation, ensuring financial records are consistent and accurate • Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP), managing outgoing payments and invoices • Knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR), overseeing incoming payments and billing • Skilled in Billing procedures, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing • Competence in Data Entry, maintaining accurate records of financial transactions • Familiarity with Invoice Processing, verifying and completing payment information • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, able to create spreadsheets, charts, and use advanced functions • Experience in a Purchasing Department, understanding of procurement procedures • Ability to function as a Procurement Specialist, managing company purchases and supplier relationships Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. Apply today! 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) .