Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Charleston, WV

A Clerk or an Assistant in the accounting industry performs various administrative and financial tasks to support accountants and finance managers. They often manage data entry, prepare and maintain accounting documents, verify the accuracy of invoices and other financial documents, assist in the preparation of financial reports, and reconcile bank statements. They may also provide customer service, assisting clients with their accounting inquiries. Clerks and Assistants in this industry should have strong numerical skills, attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software, an understanding of financial regulations, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Prior to becoming a Clerk or an Assistant in the accounting industry, individuals might have roles as an Administrative Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Data Entry Clerk, where they gain experience in office administration, data management, and basic accounting procedures. Essential certifications for this role could include a certification in Bookkeeping or Accounting from a recognized professional body, such as the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB). Some companies may also require knowledge of specific accounting software, therefore certification in programs like QuickBooks or Excel could be beneficial.

1-13 of 13 Jobs

Accounting Technician 4 - Bureau for Child Support Enforcement - Kanawha Co.

  • Charleston, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 5 days ago

Nature of Work Under general supervision, performs administrative work in providing support services in the Accounts Payable Area. Serves directly under the Accounts Payable Supervisor and the...

Accounting Intern

  • Culloden, WV (24 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Culloden, WV (24 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 5 days ago

Credit Intern Reports To: Credit Manager Location: Culloden, WV (On-Site, No remote work available) Service Wire Company, a premier manufacturer of wire and cable, is seeking a qualified Credit...

Accounting Technician 4 - Bureau for Child Support Enforcement - Kanawha Co.

  • Charleston, WV (1 mile from Charleston, WV)
  • 6 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (1 mile from Charleston, WV)
  • 6 days ago

Under general supervision, performs administrative work in providing support services in the Accounts Payable Area. Serves directly under the Accounts Payable Supervisor and the Fiscal unit...

Accounting Technician 4

  • South Charleston, WV (7 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 7 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV (7 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 7 days ago

Makes complex journal entries and other transactions which require use of specialized accounting procedures....

REMOTE Trustee Sales & Accounting Specialist I, CFS

  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago

Carrington REMOTE Trustee Sales & Accounting Specialist I, CFS in Charleston , West Virginia Come join our amazing team and work remote from home! The Trustee Sales & Account Specialist I will be...

Remote Work

Accounting Technician 4 - Environment - Environmental Protection - Kanawha Co.

  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago

Nature of Work We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits,...

Billing Specialist

  • Charleston, WV
  • 14 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 14 days ago

Administrative Biller - Continuing Care Retirement Community Edgewood Summit Inc. 300 Baker Lane Charleston, WV 25302 Edgewood Summit is a pioneer and an innovator in the West Virginia Senior...

Data Entry/Billing Clerk

  • South Charleston, WV (2 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 29 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV (2 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 29 days ago

may be having Creates Cash Receipt (CR) documents in OASIS for daily collections Retrieves OASIS documents from Cash Balance Query (CBALSQ) and Internal Transfers (IET & IGPayroll) Creates Banner Journal...

Medical Office - Accounting Clerk

  • Teays, WV (18 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Teays, WV (18 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Our client, a leader in the healthcare industry, is seeking a Medical Office - Accounting Clerk to join their team. As a Medical Office - Accounting Clerk, you will be part of the accounting...

Collections Clerk

  • Charleston, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 30+ days ago

customers regarding overdue accounts and determine reasons for non-payment Issue payment commitment letters Negotiate the return of unpaid merchandise Issue credit hold notifications Coordinate...

Lottery Accounting Specialist 2 - Lottery Commission - Hancock Co.

  • Charleston, WV (1 mile from Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (1 mile from Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Lottery Accounting Specialist 2 - Lottery Commission - Hancock Co. Salary $41,194.00 - $71,789.00 Annually Location Hancock County, WV Job Type Full-Time Permanent Job Number LOT25015 PSA...

ADR Billing Specialist

  • Charleston, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 30+ days ago

The CommuniCare Family of Companies is currently hiring for an ADR Billing Specialist. Requirements: Have an understanding of Medicare, Managed Care and Medicaid. Background in Long Term Care...

Intern - Accounting

  • Sissonville, WV (12 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sissonville, WV (12 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

About Us: Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc. (Formally NGK Sparkplugs, Inc.), is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen...

Demographic Data for Charleston, WV

Moving to Charleston, WV? Find some basic demographic data about Charleston, WV below.


Local
National
91,389
2,772
Medium/Lg

Clerks and Assistants Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireAccounting curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Legal Technology Overview - A Paralegal Skills Course
Overview. This skills course describes the important role of technology, applications, and software in the efficient operation of a law office or law department. It also illustrates how the right...
Receptionist Skills Diploma
Description: Being a receptionist, you need to deal with answering and referring inquiries. If you are part of the receptionists in your organization, then it is important to learn how to become a...
Bookkeeping, Payroll Management & Career in Accounting
Description: Bookkeeping and managing payrolls are very important for a company as they eventually need to keep books by law for at least 6 years. This has made accounting technicians or...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Charleston, WV

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Clerks and Assistants positions.



Highest Education Level

Clerks and Assistantss in Charleston, WV offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.1%
Master's Degree
17.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clerks and Assistantss in Charleston, WV
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Clerks and Assistants Related Career Advice Articles

two people working together on an accounting program
4 Accounting Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree

Want an accounting job but don't have the degree? Here are 4 accounting career titles to start exploring today.

Read article »
accountant walking through her office and thinking about her career
5 Potential Accountant Career Paths

When mapping out your accountant career path and assessing your accounting skills, there are many types of accounting jobs to consider. Learn more.

Read article »