Accounting Systems Clerk

Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Full time

R-81357

Clerk, Accounting Systems

Job Summary

The Accounting Systems Clerk supports the day-to-day operation of the organization’s accounting and financial systems. This role performs recurring system monitoring, application administration, exception follow-up, testing, and documentation to help ensure accounting processes are completed timely and accurately. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in multiple systems, and able to follow established procedures while coordinating with Accounting, IT, and other departments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and document accounting integrations, systems, and scheduled processes

• Perform routine administrative maintenance for various accounting applications.

• Research system exceptions, correct approved issues, and escalate more complex problems to senior team members or IT.

• Ensure data integrity and compliance with accounting standards and regulations

• Support user acceptance testing and document test results for system and workflow changes.

• Develop and maintain procedures, checklists, and training materials for recurring system processes.

• Collaborate with Accounting, IT, and other departments to resolve operational issues.

• Identify repetitive processes that may be candidates for standardization or automation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, relevant coursework, or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.

• Experience in accounting operations, audit, administrative support, or a systems support role preferred.

• Experience with ERP or accounting applications such as Dynamics 365 Finance, Concur, or BlackLine is preferred

Competencies

• Intermediate Excel skills and the ability to work accurately with detailed financial data.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to follow documented procedures, manage recurring deadlines, and escalate exceptions appropriately.

• Familiarity with accounting processes, internal controls, Power Automate, or system integrations is a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Performs sedentary work in an office environment with limited lifting (less than 10 pounds) or walking required. Close visual acuity required to perform work at computer terminal. No exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Requires repetitive typing motion, talking, hearing, grasping and feeling.

Disclaimer

The job description outlines the general nature and scope of work employees perform in this role. It's not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. The company reserves the right to modify, revise, or update the job description to meet business needs.

If you are a current Extra Space employee, please apply through Jobs Hub in Workday.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Applications Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Extra Space Storage is the largest operator of self-storage facilities and the largest third-party self-storage management company. Since we were founded in 1977, we have grown to include more than 4,000 locations across the country from our headquarters in Salt Lake City, UT.

At Extra Space, we believe the world is a better place when people love what they do. Redefining the self-storage industry is an ambitious goal, which is why we look for the best of the best. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, a great culture rooted in our core values, and opportunities for career development, Extra Space Storage continues to be a top choice for outstanding talent. Come join us and find out why our employees recommend us!