Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Accounting Assistant to join our dynamic team. This is a permanent role in the Accounting + Finance industry that offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our financial operations and make a significant impact on our company's success.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial principles and a knack for numbers. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including managing journal entries, A/R, 3 Way Match, GL, Reconcile, Invoices, and Invoicing. This role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position.

Responsibilities: As an Accounting Assistant, your responsibilities will include: preparing and managing journal entries, ensuring all business transactions are recorded accurately and timely; handling accounts receivable duties, including invoicing, deposits, collections, and revenue recognition; performing 3 Way Match process to ensure accuracy of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices; maintaining the general ledger (GL) by preparing a trial balance and reconciling entries; reconciling invoices and identifying discrepancies, creating and updating expense reports; processing invoices for payment, ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded; assisting with month-end closing processes, including account analysis and report preparation; providing assistance in the preparation of budgets and forecasts; collaborating with the finance team to improve financial processes and systems.

Qualifications: To be considered for this role, you must possess the following qualifications: a minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting role; bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, laws, and regulations; proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Excel; exceptional numerical skills and attention to detail; excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure; professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, ACCA) is a plus.