Accounting Clerks


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Accounting Clerks

Accounting Clerks - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, bookkeeping and accounting clerks:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Have a moderately high level of social interaction on the job. This is especially true in large offices with accounting departments.
  • Are occasionally placed in conflict situations in which they must deal with questions over finances.
  • Communicate with customers and coworkers daily by e-mail, telephone, or in person.
  • Write letters and memos often.
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  • Are responsible for the work outcomes of others. They check the accuracy of documents produced by others.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Always work indoors.
  • May share offie space with others.
  • May work in a noisy environment.

Work Performance

  • Must be highly accurate in performing their job. When accounts do not balance, processing delays and additional work is created.
  • Meet strict deadlines daily.
  • Repeat the same tasks throughout the day, such as entering numbers into the computer.
  • Can make most decisions without talking to a supervisor.
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  • Can set most tasks and goals without talking to a supervisor.

Hours/Travel

  • May work full time or part time.
  • May work longer hours at the end of the fiscal year or during tax season.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.