Accounting Assistant
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Accounting Assistant
Own the money moving in and out of the business every day. In this role, you will run billing and collections, process vendor payments, and keep cash and the books accurate through month-end close. My client is landscaping company looking for a hands-on accounting assistant who enjoys the details and takes ownership of the work.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and on time
- Monitor A/R aging and follow up on outstanding balances
- Post customer payments and reconcile customer accounts
- Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies
- Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare vendor payments
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Monitor daily cash balances, track expected receipts and upcoming payments, and assist with cash flow forecasting
- Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
- Maintain the general ledger, prepare journal entries, and reconcile accounts monthly
- Maintain accurate customer and vendor records
Qualifications
- 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong experience with A/R, A/P, billing, cash management, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
- Experience with month-end close
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
- Proficiency with Excel and accounting or ERP systems
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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