Accounting Assistant

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? Verdantas is seeking a motivated Part-Time Accounting Assistant to support our accounting and business operations team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field. What You'll Do: Maintain and update invoice tracking spreadsheets, project billing logs, and contract status records Review and reconcile information across accounting systems, spreadsheets, contracts, project documentation, and supporting records to ensure accuracy and completeness Track invoice submissions, payment status, outstanding balances, and collection activities Assist with accounts receivable follow-up, including preparing payment reminders, documenting customer communications, and escalating payment concerns when needed Create, update, and maintain reports using Microsoft Excel, including formulas, filters, lookups, pivot tables, and basic financial analysis tools Identify, research, and help resolve discrepancies, missing information, and data inconsistencies Organize and maintain electronic contract files, project documentation, and financial records in accordance with established filing procedures Assist with data gathering, reporting requests, accounting operations, billing activities, and process improvement initiatives Maintain detailed records of findings, corrective actions, and project-related information while following established procedures and internal controls What You'll Bring: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, billing, administrative support, or a related area is preferred Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, functions, sorting and filtering, data validation, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, and basic reconciliation and analysis Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Teams Experience with accounting, ERP, project management systems, financial documentation, contracts, proposals, or project records is a plus Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skill Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and documentation practice Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and maintain data integrity Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work independently, and follow established processes Salary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 Benefits: Flexible Work Environment 401(k) with Company Match Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet Ready for what's next? Your future starts here. Explore our open opportunities and find a role that not only matches your skills—but fuels your ambition. From innovative projects to collaborative teams, we offer careers where you can grow, make an impact, and do your best work. Take the next step, discover where you belong, and build something meaningful with us. Your next opportunity is waiting—go find it and come grow with us! #J-18808-Ljbffr Verdantas