Clerks and Assistants Jobs in West Virginia

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.

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E-Billing Assistant

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 18 hours ago

Job qualifications High school diploma required; college-level courses in Accounting or Accounting Degree are a plus Minimum one year of office experience in a law-firm or professional...

Accounting Technician 2-WV Department of Agriculture-Kanawha Co.

  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago

Nature of Work This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered under the Administrative Rule of the WV Division of Personnel. If you are interested in this position, you...

Legal Support Specialist - Collections

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 5 days ago

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in...

Accounting Technician 2-WV Department of Agriculture-Kanawha Co.

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

***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered under the Administrative Rule of the WV Division of Personnel. If you are interested in this position, you must apply...

Accounting Assistant

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 17 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 17 days ago

Assists with monthly closing process, including preparing schedules, entering journal entries, and assisting with financial reporting....

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN II (Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 18 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 18 days ago

Position Description Job Title: Accounting Assistant II Division : Administrative Services Headquarters : Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston, WV Reports To : Comptroller/Assistant Director...

Accounting Clerk Huntington WV

  • Huntington, WV
  • 20 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 20 days ago

Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a knack for managing accounts? Join our dynamic team where your contributions will be vital in...

Internship - Accounting

  • Culloden, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Culloden, WV
  • 30+ 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 Specialist (AP) - Remote

  • Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago

Process journal entries and reconciles GL accounts, as assigned....

Remote Work

Accounting Specialist

  • Huntington, WV
  • 27 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 27 days ago

Banner Position Number: R10785 Position Title: Accounting Specialist Classification Title: MURC-Finance Specialist, Other Department: Robert C. Byrd Institute - RC1511 Job Description: The...

Credit & Collections Specialist Morgantown, WV

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 29 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 29 days ago

Perform various periodic journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses. Manage any bankruptcy documentation and processes and required. Participate in other critical projects and audit requests....

Accounting Technician 4

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

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

(Hybrid) Accounting Assistant - Global Affairs

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago

The Office of Global Affairs at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Accounting Assistant. About the Opportunity The Accounting Assistant (CL) will actively...

REMOTE Trustee Sales & Accounting Specialist I, CFS

  • Charleston, WV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 45+ 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

Data Entry/Billing Clerk

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 60+ days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 60+ 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...

Demographic Data for West Virginia

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Salary for Clerks and Assistants Jobs in West Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Clerks and Assistantss in West Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.1%
Master's Degree
17.8%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
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 West Virginia
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%


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