Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is partnering with a respected local educational organization to identify an

Accounting Assistant

to join its Business Office team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys combining accounting support, customer service, and administrative responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

The Accounting Assistant will play a key role in supporting daily financial operations, processing transactions, maintaining records, assisting with accounts receivable activities, and providing exceptional service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities Process and accurately record payments and financial transactions Assist with accounts receivable activities, including invoice preparation, distribution, and tracking Support student account maintenance, including payments, charges, adjustments, and account inquiries Enter and maintain data within accounting and ERP systems, including Ellucian Colleague Prepare receipts and maintain supporting transaction documentation Assist with daily cash reconciliation, bank deposit preparation, and cash-handling activities Review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals Maintain electronic and paper records in accordance with departmental procedures Support business office operations through data entry, filing, scanning, and document management Assist with special projects, audits, billing cycles, and semester-start business office activities Provide professional customer service to students, faculty, staff, vendors, and visitors Qualifications Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred 1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, cashiering, or administrative support experience preferred Strong data entry and organizational skills with a high level of accuracy Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Customer service experience is a plus Experience with higher education systems or ERP platforms is preferred but not required Interested candidates with a background in accounting support, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, business office administration, or customer-facing financial operations are encouraged to apply.