Accounting Assistant

Description Accounts payable Enter, code and match vendor invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents Prepare weekly check and ACH runs for VP of Finance approval Maintain vendor files, including W-9s, and assist with year-end 1099 preparation Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies Accounts receivable and rental billing Post customer payments and make bank deposits Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts Process customer credit applications General ledger and month-end close Prepare bank and credit card reconciliations Record routine journal entries and post month-end accruals Assist with sales and use tax filings, inventory counts and the annual audit or tax return Prepare schedules and reports as requested Office and operations support Serve as backup for front-office and branch administrative tasks Help document accounting procedures as processes are formalized Perform other duties as assigned Requirements Required qualifications High school diploma or equivalent 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping or a similar accounting role Working knowledge of debits, credits and basic account reconciliation Experience with an accounting system such as QuickBooks, Sage or a dealer management system Preferred qualifications Associate degree in accounting or business, or progress toward a bachelor's Experience in a dealership, equipment rental or multi-location business Exposure to payroll processing and HR administration Skills and competencies Accuracy: catches errors before they post and double-checks numbers Organization: manages recurring deadlines (check runs, statements, month-end) without reminders Discretion: protects confidential personnel and company financial data Communication: works professionally with vendors, customers, employees and branch staff Initiative: learns new processes quickly and asks questions early Adaptability: comfortable in a small team where priorities shift Working conditions and compensation Office environment; prolonged computer work and occasional lifting of files or supplies up to 25 lbs. Pay range: depending on experience Benefits: health, dental, 401(k), PTO North American Trailer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr North American Trailer