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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Lanham, Maryland. This Contract-to-permanent role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in accounting and administrative tasks, especially within the financial or banking sector. You will play a key role in processing transactions, handling account updates, and managing mail operations efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Process mailed requests such as stop payments, check orders, account changes, and verification of deposits promptly and accurately.

• Manage returned mail and update bad address records to maintain accurate account information.

• Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail while preparing outgoing mail, including special deliveries, certified, and registered mail.

• Perform file maintenance tasks, including opening, renewing, and updating Share and Share Certificate accounts.

• Handle payment processing and ensure the accurate execution of Share Draft transactions.

• Assist with funding new member accounts and reviewing Share Certificates requiring updates or assistance.

• Process outgoing domestic and international wire transfers, including fee collection.

• Support verification processes for Medicaid and organizational transfers.

• Coordinate check order verifications and prepare outgoing correspondence from the printer to members.

• Collaborate on special account updates and reports, such as death notice reports. Requirements • At least 1 year of experience in an accounting or administrative role with a focus on detail-oriented tasks.

• Familiarity with financial institutions or banking operations is preferred.

• Proficiency in account reconciliation, invoice processing, and accounts payable tasks.

• Strong data entry skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Office 365 for daily operations.

• Ability to handle mail operations, including sorting and distributing incoming mail efficiently.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines.

• Effective communication skills to assist with member correspondence and verification processes.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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