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Accounting Assistant

$23 - $26 per hour

Manufacturing Company

About the job Accounting Assistant


We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our fast-paced Manufacturing team. In this versatile Administrative position, you will manage day-to-day financial operations using Microsoft Excel and Quickbooks , handling high-volume Accounts Payable tasks alongside routine Accounts Receivable data entry .

This is a high-volume AP role that includes data scanning and entry. Finance experience is preferred.


Competitive Pay: $23-$26+/hr to start-will train! Whether you are transitioning from another field, we offer great starting rates.


Comprehensive Benefits: Includes premium health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and eligibility for an incentive recognition bonus program.


Career Advancement: Access to specialized training and fast-track promotion opportunities.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Perform full-cycle Accounts Payable processing, including invoice matching, data scanning, and high-volume entry.
  • Assist the lead Accounting Assistant with daily ledger updates and month-end closing support.
  • Execute accurate Accounts Receivable data entry and reconcile customer account balances.
  • Utilize Microsoft Excel to build custom tracking spreadsheets, run reports, and analyze financial data.
  • Manage vendor files and enter incoming transactions using Quickbooks .
  • Provide cross-departmental Administrative relief and clerical assistance within our plant facilities.
  • Support inventory logging and cost tracking across our core Manufacturing workflows.
Skills / Qualifications:
  • Prior experience as an Accounting Assistant or in a general finance environment preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable procedures and vendor payment cycles.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data sorting, and formatting) and baseline Quickbooks software.
  • Demonstrated experience handling high-accuracy Accounts Receivable data entry in a busy setting.
  • Proven Administrative capabilities, organizational skill, and attention to detail.
  • Exposure to the Manufacturing sector is a plus, though we are willing to train motivated candidates.
What's In It For You:
  • Competitive starting pay ($23-$25+/hr) with paid training provided.
  • Comprehensive health insurance package covering medical, dental, and vision care.
  • Performance-based incentive recognition bonus eligibility.
  • Excellent career advancement paths and specialized skill development.
  • Hands-on exposure to both Accounts Payable workflows and Accounts Receivable data entry in Quickbooks .
  • A collaborative environment combining efficient Administrative processes and advanced Microsoft Excel reporting in an expanding Manufacturing firm.

Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you have experience in Manufacturing or are completely new to the industry, join a team that values high-performance grit!


Apply today by submitting your resume. We look forward to reviewing your application.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Vacancy posted 19 hours ago
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