Accounting Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Accounting Associate provides essential support to the accounting and finance team, with a primary focus on accounts payable processing. This role is responsible for ensuring invoices are processed accurately and timely, assisting with account reconciliations, maintaining financial records, and supporting various administrative and accounting functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

Accounts Payable

· Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.

· Review invoices for proper approvals and coding.

· Prepare and process weekly payment runs.

· Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries.

· Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.

· Assist with 1099 maintenance and reporting.

General Accounting

· Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations.

· Investigate and resolve reconciling items.

· Assist with month-end close activities.

· Support preparation of journal entries as assigned.

· Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

· Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· 1-3 years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting support, or related experience.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

· Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred

· Associate degree in accounting, finance, or business.

· Experience with ERP or accounting software.

· Previous experience with account reconciliations and month-end close activities.