Accounting Clerk - Payment Processing

EASTERN TITLE DIVISION

Job Description:

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting the Bookkeeping Department by processing incoming payments, performing data entry, researching payment discrepancies, and assisting with accounting and administrative functions. This position plays an important role in ensuring payments are processed accurately and timely while maintaining detailed records and providing support for financial reporting and customer refunds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and apply incoming payments accurately and efficiently
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies
• Perform data entry and maintain accounting records
• Assist with customer refunds and payment adjustments
• Prepare, scan, and organize accounting documentation
• Assist with financial and operational reports
• Verify supporting documentation for payments received
• File and maintain records in accordance with company procedures
• Assist with incoming phone calls and customer inquiries as needed
• Communicate payment issues or concerns to management promptly
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to analyze data and identify discrepancies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Accurate 10-key and data entry skills
• Demonstrated reliability and strong work ethic
• Ability to identify and communicate issues proactively

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, or payment processing experience
• Coursework, degree, or active pursuit of a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Experience working with accounting software or financial systems

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Accountability
• Customer Service
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Continuous Learning
• Organizational Skills
• Data Accuracy and Integrity

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Benefits may include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans

• 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match

• Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan

• Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company

• Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children

• Fertility and Family Building Benefits

• Paid Disability benefits

• Paid time off programs

• 11 Company paid holidays per year

• Flexible spending account

• Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Educational Assistance Program

• Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance

• Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge

• Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets

Note: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.

For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant Notice

Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer