Accounting Assistant

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About the Opportunity
A well-established organization is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support its finance and accounting operations. This position will handle a combination of accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor management, reconciliations, and financial data entry.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple accounting responsibilities. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants broader exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close processes.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable

• Process invoices through electronic workflows
• Prepare checks and electronic payments
• Maintain accurate vendor records
• Collect required vendor documentation
• Respond to vendor payment inquiries
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Support vendor management procedures
• Follow established internal controls
  Accounts Receivable
  • Prepare customer invoices and statements
  • Accurately record incoming payments
  • Maintain accounts receivable records
  • Research customer billing questions
  • Assist with collection follow-up
  • Monitor outstanding account balances
    General Accounting
    • Assist with journal entry preparation
    • Enter financial data into accounting systems
    • Support monthly closing activities
    • Complete bank and account reconciliations
    • Prepare deposits and credit card transactions
    • Maintain organized accounting documentation
    • Assist with annual reporting requirements
    • Support financial record retention
    • Update accounting procedures and forms
    • Provide administrative support to finance leadership
      Qualifications
      • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
      • Associate's degree with relevant experience may be considered
      • Approximately 1 to 3 years of accounting experience
      • Accounts payable or accounts receivable experience
      • Strong Microsoft Excel and data-entry skills
      • Excellent organizational and communication abilities
      • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
      • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
      • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
      • Ability to work effectively within a team
      • Ability to successfully complete required background screening
        Preferred Experience
        • Experience using accounting or ERP systems
        • Familiarity with electronic invoice workflows
        • Exposure to month-end close processes
        • Experience preparing account reconciliations
        • General ledger or journal entry exposure
          
          
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