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🥝 Accounting Clerk

Robert Half Accountemps | Newport News, United States | Posted May 10, 2026

Job Description

Description
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support a local municipality. This Contract position is ideal for someone who combines strong customer service skills with confidence in handling financial transactions in a public-facing setting. The person in this role will assist residents with tax payments, maintain accurate account records, and provide clear support for account-related questions.


Responsibilities:

• Receive and process tax payments made by cash, check, or credit/debit card while following established handling procedures

• Review customer account information, locate the correct records, and post payments accurately to the appropriate accounts

• Assist residents in person or through other service channels by answering questions related to balances, payments, and account activity

• Perform data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy to maintain current and reliable financial records

• Balance dail...

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