Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Alabama

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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Senior Accounting Specialist

  • JH Industry, Inc. d/b/a Wooshin USA
  • Cusseta, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Cusseta, AL
  • 2 days ago

Prepare budget estimates, cost and expenditure plans, and fiscal allocations to support the operation of a metal-stamped automobile internal body parts manufacturing company. Prepare, examine, and...

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Accounting Specialist

  • Snelling BHAM
  • Hoover, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 2 days ago

Snelling is currently seeking an upbeat and professional Accounting Clerk for an amazing automotive dealership in the Hoover area. Hours 8a-5p Monday-Friday. Starting Pay $19.00-20.00/hr. As an...

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DoD Billing Specialist

  • Scientific Research Corporation
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 days ago

Description This blended AR/AP role will consist primarily of Accounts Receivable functions supporting government (DoD) invoicing. This candidate should have experience with FAR, DFARs and DCMA...

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Accounting Clerk $19-20/hr Hoover, AL

  • Snelling
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 5 days ago

May 26, 2026 Accounting Clerk - $19-20/hr - Hoover, AL Hoover, AL $19 - $20 / per hour Full time Apply Now Back Job Description Snelling is currently seeking an upbeat and professional Accounting...

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Accounting Clerk

  • Colemanwm
  • Midland City, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Midland City, AL
  • 7 days ago

The Allied Accounting Clerk assists in overseeing application of bi-monthly Allied statements, in the collection of Allied receivables, and will assist service centers with Allied related...

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Accounting Clerk

  • AtWork Group
  • Decatur, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 7 days ago

Pay: $19.25 per hour Job description: Summary / Objective: Responsible for the accurate and timely performance of day-to-day accounts payable duties. Perform tasks with minimal supervision in...

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Accounting Specialist

  • Snelling
  • Fairfield, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfield, AL
  • 10 days ago

Snelling is recruiting for an Accounting Specialist that will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of a client in the Fairfield area. The pay rate for this opening is...

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Junior Accountant

  • MCI Careers
  • AL
  • 11 days ago
  • AL
  • 11 days ago

LOCATION: Remote Work-at-Home POSITION OVERVIEW: MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that...

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Accounting Clerk

  • National Roofing Contractors Association
  • Mobile, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 12 days ago

Purpose: To provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department in the Corporate Office. This position is based in Mobile, AL and will be 100% in office with a Monday-Friday...

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Accounting Clerk, Auto Dealership Exp. Reqd! Tameron Honda, Great Opp

  • TAMERON HONDA EASTERN SHORE
  • Daphne, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Daphne, AL
  • 13 days ago

ACCOUNTING CLERK, AUTO DEALERSHIP EXP. REQ'D! TAMERON HONDA, GREAT OPP (DAPHNE, AL) TAMERON HONDA EASTERN SHORE compensation: $17 to $18 per hour; Excellent Benefits employment type: experience...

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Accounting Assistant

  • Morrow Realty Co Inc
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 13 days ago

Make journal entries to record cash deposits and book rent receivable and prepaid. 2.6 Prepares bank reconciliation of all bank accounts of assigned properties each month. 2.7 Reconciles all general...

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Billing Specialist

  • OWL Services
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 13 days ago

Who We Are OWL Services is the premier sales, installation, program management and service provider to retail, commercial, fleet, aviation and marine, and emergency power generation companies...

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Accounting Assistant II - 529063

  • University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 15 days ago

Provides guidance and trains entry-level Accounting Assistants....

Hybrid

Project Accounting Specialist

  • LJA
  • Hoover, AL
  • 20 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 20 days ago

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities...

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Accounting Specialist

  • W3Global Inc.
  • Pell City, AL
  • 20 days ago
  • Pell City, AL
  • 20 days ago

entries and account reconciliation Experience supporting payroll processes is preferred High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities...

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Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Alabama

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Highest Education Level

Clerks and Assistantss in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
Master's Degree
17.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
11.9%
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 Alabama
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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