FINANCE CLERK SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Mar 17, 2025 - The Finance Clerk brings experience with SAP, proficiency in Word and Excel, and a background as an HR Assistant or HR Generalist. Demonstrates strong independent work skills, effective communication abilities, and adeptness in navigating business processes. Excels in organizational and analytical tasks, providing client-focused service in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Finance Clerk Resume
- Journal Entry Preparation
- Compliance Management
- Report Preparation
- Invoice Processing
- Intercompany Reconciliation
- Data Scanning
- Accuracy Verification
- Reconciliation
- AP Management
- Documentation Review
- Continuous Improvement
- Communication
- Issue Resolution
- Interdepartmental Communication
- Deadline Management
- Detail-Oriented
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Problem Solving
- Team Support
Summary of Finance Clerk Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Finance with 2 years of Experience
- Ability to understand Florida, regulations, policies and procedures governing the work unit.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with officials, fellow employees, Team Leaders, Managers, Directors, County staff, and the public.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
- Ability to analyze financial data.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment.
- Able to start immediately.
2. BA in Accounting with 3 years of Experience
- Experience working with SAP
- Experience as an HR Assistant or HR Generalist
- Experience working in a unionized environment would be considered
- Proficiency in Word and Excel
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Ability to communicate effectively and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to quickly understand business processes and navigate organization and support systems to deliver results to client groups
- Able to provide client-focused service in a high-volume environment
- Possess excellent organizational, and analytical skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
3. BA in Business Administration with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Proficiency with PC and mainframe applications.
- Experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, and/or Coupa
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic mathematical calculations.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
- Sensitive to extremely confidential information