Accounting Assistant (Part-Time)

Overview 15–25 hours per week Entry-Level Growth-Oriented Role Candor Industrial Supply is looking for a motivated, reliable Accounting Assistant to help keep our branch finance operations running smoothly. This role works closely with our accounting team to ensure accurate billing, timely payments, and organized financial records. It is an excellent entry point into corporate accounting within industrial distribution world, with clear opportunities to grow into roles such as Staff Accountant or Financial Analyst. What You’ll Do Vendor Invoicing: Receive, verify, and accurately enter incoming vendor invoices into our accounting system for timely payment. Collections Outreach: Conduct polite, professional collections calls and send email reminders to customers with outstanding balances. Account Reconciliation: Research and resolve billing discrepancies by matching purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices. Payment Processing: Assist with posting customer payments and updating account ledgers to reflect accurate balances. Team Collaboration: Partner with the sales team to investigate customer billing inquiries and clear up account issues. Record Keeping: Maintain organized, secure digital and physical financial records to support month-end reporting. What You Bring Communication Skills: High comfort level making phone calls and a professional, firm, yet polite demeanor for customer collections. Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy when entering numbers, coding invoices, and verifying financial documentation. Organization & Urgency: Ability to juggle invoicing deadlines and follow-up schedules while staying highly focused. Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills to research account discrepancies and trace missing paperwork. Technical Aptitude: Familiarity with basic MS Excel and a strong willingness to learn our primary accounting software. Integrity: High level of trustworthiness and discretion when handling confidential customer and company financial data. Experience: Previous experience in office administration, customer service, or basic bookkeeping is a plus, but not required. Why Join Candor A supportive team environment where your work directly impacts branch cash flow and financial health. Hands-on training and experience across critical accounts payable and receivable functions. Real opportunities for advancement into full-time or higher-level roles as the company grows. #J-18808-Ljbffr