Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk supports our financial operations at the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin. This full-time, non-exempt position plays a key role in assisting the Finance Director with day-to-day accounting tasks and ensuring accurate financial tracking across multiple departments. Key responsibilities include processing and managing some accounts payable functions, assisting with accounts receivable , maintaining accurate financial records, entering journal entries, and performing account reconciliations .

The Accounting Clerk will also serve as backup for payroll processing as needed and support month-end close procedures. This role includes providing customer service to internal departments and external clients, processing payments, and reconciling daily cash receipts.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, efficient, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a broader team. High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree in accounting or business preferred, at least 2 -3 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, familiarity with general ledger principles, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

The position operates in a hybrid capacity at the Walla Walla Union Bulletin, with minimal travel to Yakima, if ever. As the primary accounting support at this location, the position is essential to maintaining accurate financial records and assisting other departments with accounting needs

Salary/Compensation: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour