Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

Location : Milwaukee, WI (On-Site)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation : $25$28 per hour (temp) | $50,000$60,000 (perm), based on experience

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) for eligible employees

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support accounts payable and general accounting functions in a fast-paced environment. This role will work closely with internal teams and vendors to ensure accurate processing of invoices, payments, and financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage accounts payable, including invoice routing, coding, and posting
• Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and correct GL coding
• Coordinate vendor payments and respond to payment inquiries
• Maintain organized financial records and filing systems
• Assist with check runs and payment distribution
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies
• Support additional accounting tasks and ad hoc projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with accounts payable and basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, basic functions)
• Experience with an ERP system
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks