Finance & Accounting Clerk (Albany, NY) en Enlightened

Company Overview

As one of the Washington Metropolitan area’s fastest-growing IT companies, we are always looking for creative, passionate, and responsible employees. We recognize that intelligent and dedicated employees are our greatest asset, and we continuously seek to expand our talented and diverse team. If you believe innovation, integrity, and a drive to deliver are key components of success, we invite you to become part of Enlightened.

Position Overview:

What We’re Looking For…

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Finance & Accounting Clerk to join our team. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can work independently as well as collaboratively, and is eager to take initiative while adapting to shifting priorities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in administrative and accounting functions, with a willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in finance and accounting within a supportive and dynamic team.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform bank reconciliations and manage bank account transfers
• Handle payroll processing and related functions
• Draft and review procedures and documentation
• Prepare client invoices and generate financial reports
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Support month-end general ledger closing
• Track and manage fixed assets
• Coordinate supply purchasing for the production environment
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the finance team

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in finance or accounting; proficiency with accounting software highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word
• Comfortable navigating online banking platforms
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Benefits & Schedule

• Training/Probationary Period: 520 hours as a temp, with permanent placement thereafter
• Benefits: Eligible upon conversion to permanent status
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (in-office)