Job Title: Accounting Clerk

Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our client to support daily accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial documentation. This role contributes to smooth accounting workflows by processing incoming payments, organizing invoices, and assisting with general administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams. This is a full-time, onsite contract role based in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation:
$20.00/hour

Work Schedule:
Monday–Friday, normal business hours

Key Responsibilities of the Accounting Clerk:

Mail & Documentation Processing – Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail while preparing, recording, and organizing financial documents, deposits, and forms.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Support – Assist with sorting invoices, recording payments, preparing bank deposits, and supporting general AP/AR duties to ensure accurate financial records.

Customer Interaction & Issue Escalation – Respond to customer inquiries professionally, identify potential issues, and escalate concerns to management when needed.

Administrative & Team Support – Assist with departmental tasks, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support special projects as requested.

Qualifications and Skills for the Accounting Clerk:

Strong customer service and communication abilities.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment with a proactive work ethic.

Comfort working collaboratively within an open office setting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with NetSuite is a plus.

A high school diploma or at least one year of relevant experience.

Why Join Us?
You’ll gain valuable experience across core accounting functions while working with a supportive team that values accuracy and collaboration. This role offers excellent exposure to financial operations and provides opportunities to strengthen both administrative and accounting skills.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.