Accounting Clerk

MORPC

Accounting Clerk supporting accounts payable, receivable, and payroll at MORPC. Aiding in Finance Team efforts for Central Ohio’s regional council in a hybrid role.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $23 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies. Proficient in financial recordkeeping and reporting, with a strong focus on vendor and customer account management.

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Payroll ProcessingAccounts Payable ManagementAccounts Receivable ManagementFinancial RecordkeepingVendor Account Maintenance

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Hard Skills

Payroll Data EntryInvoice CodingGeneral Ledger ReconciliationFinancial ReportingTimesheet Review

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem SolvingCommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Financial SoftwarePayroll Software

Industry Keywords

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayrollFinancial PoliciesRetention Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports the processing of biweekly payroll by reviewing employee timesheets for accuracy and assisting with payroll recordkeeping, including updates for new hires, terminations, and employment changes in coordination with Human Resources
Assist other Finance staff with payroll data entry into various software's
Assist with the training of new hires on payroll processes
Processes accounts payable by reviewing and verifying vendor invoices, coding and entering invoices into the financial system, and ensuring timely and accurate payments
Supports accounts payable functions by maintaining vendor accounts, reconciling transactions, resolving discrepancies, monitoring aging reports, and maintaining records in accordance with retention policies
Manages accounts receivable activities, including preparing and issuing customer and grant-related invoices and recording and applying incoming payments (checks, ACH, and wire transfers)
Monitors outstanding receivables, follows up on overdue balances, and assists with resolving billing questions or discrepancies with program staff and funders
Reconciles accounts receivable activity to the general ledger and maintains accurate billing records and documentation for audit purposes
Assists in generating accounts receivable reports for management review
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
One (1) to two (2) years of experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, or general accounting functions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free system-wide transit pass and discounted alternative transportation options
Flexible schedules and remote work options for eligible permanent positions
Paid time off and holidays
Tuition assistance, professional development incentives, and leadership programs
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Participation in OPERS and optional deferred compensation plans