Clerks and Assistants Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Connecticut

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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Collections Representative

  • Aquarion Water Company
  • Monroe, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Monroe, CT
  • 4 days ago

Aquarion Water Company is the public water supply company for more than 750,000 people in 72 cities and towns throughout Connecticut, as well as serving customers in Massachusetts and New...

Hybrid

Accounting Specialist, Financial Reporting & Consolidations (Hybrid)

  • Raytheon Technologies Corporation
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 13 days ago

. - Support accounting activities for the group headquarters ledger such as record journal entries, perform account reconciliations and other analysis. - Perform testing of key controls related to financial...

Hybrid

Accounting Specialist, Financial Reporting & Consolidations (Hybrid)

  • RTX
  • Hartford, CT
  • 15 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 15 days ago

. - Support accounting activities for the group headquarters ledger such as record journal entries, perform account reconciliations and other analysis. - Perform testing of key controls related to financial...

Hybrid

Accounting Assistant/Receptionist

  • Mission Control, Inc
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 15 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 15 days ago

Overview Democratic direct mail firm seeking a highly detail-oriented and accurate Accounting Assistant / Receptionist to support our finance and office operations....

Remote

Junior Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 20 days ago

entries and perform bank reconciliations Collaborate with the Senior Accountant on various accounting tasks Contribute to ad hoc projects and provide general accounting support Preferred Qualifications...

Hybrid

Junior Accountant

  • Capital Workforce Partners Inc
  • Hartford, CT
  • 21 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 21 days ago

of wages, deductions, and benefits Maintain payroll records in compliance with internal controls and audit standards Reporting & Close Activities Generate routine financial reports Prepare and post journal...

Hybrid

Reginal Collections Associate - REMOTE

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Hartford, CT
  • 27 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 27 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here ( ). Job Description : Summary The Regional Collections Associate will be responsible for managing all collection...

Remote

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Salary for Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Clerks and Assistantss in Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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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