Accounting Assistant

External Job Title: Accounting Assistant

Overview:

Our client, located in Dedham, MA, is seeking a dedicated Accounting Assistant to join their team for a temporary, part-time role. This position offers a unique opportunity to support the organization’s financial and administrative functions during a transformative period of operational modernization. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records, streamlining processes, and supporting system upgrades, all while contributing to an institution committed to education, research, and collaboration.

Compensation:

$26.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate vendor onboarding documentation and assist in creating purchase orders
• Examine, categorize, and verify invoices based on established financial procedures
• Aid in preparing and reviewing billing for meetings and events
• Generate and record journal entries related to revenue, deposits, and credit card transactions
• Conduct monthly reconciliations and prepare accrual reports
• Support payroll processing and timekeeping activities
• Reconcile procurement and travel card expenditures and maintain documentation
• Oversee cash handling procedures, deposits, and perform monthly cash audits
• Keep organized records of all financial documentation
• Assist with onboarding and integration of new financial systems, including Pxier and Cloudbeds
• Support efforts to enhance automation, operational workflows, and financial controls
• Contribute to the development of standardized procedures and reporting practices
• Provide administrative support to senior leadership, including financial reporting and operational projects

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting, finance, or financial administration
• Proven expertise in reconciliation, financial operations, and accounting procedures
• Experience working with financial management systems and enterprise software platforms
• Exceptional accuracy and keen attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Education: High school diploma required; relevant post-secondary education preferred

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

The Hollister Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are under-represented in their respective occupation or position.