Accounting Assistant

Accounting AssistantThe Accounting Assistant is responsible for assisting the department with outbound calls, scanning records, finance que, backup to AR/Credit/AP, projects and additional duties as assigned. They must be able to work independently, be detail, analytical, and goal-oriented, self-starting, and organized.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:Apply principles of accounting to establish and maintain accurate accounting of all duties assigned.Assist with outbound collection calls.Manage the scanning of accounting records.Participate in the finance que.Investigate and resolve customer inquiries.Back-up AR/Credit and AP.Assist with policy and procedures to enhance the flow of information and documentation for consistency and speed.Assist with accounting projects, reporting and other duties as assigned.Regular, predictable on-site attendance is expected.Competencies:Project Management-- Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.Adaptability-- Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Dependability-- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Quality-- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.Qualifications:Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; Or equivalent combination of education and experience.Proficient on Microsoft Office products.Knowledge of invoice processing and working with an integrated system is required.Ability to read and interpret documents such, as procedure manuals.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Commitment to excellence and high standards.Acute attention to detail.Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.Strong organizational skills.Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to talk or to hear.The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment:This position generally works inside.Typical workweek is eight (8) to ten (10) hour workdays five (5) days per week with some weekend work, as well as early and/or late weekday meetings with staff personnel as needed.This position may deal with aggressive personalities in a highly competitive industry.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.