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Accounting Assistant

$25 per hour

Opti Staffing Group

Job Description

OPTI STAFFING GROUP IS HIRING!
Opening: Accounting Assistant
Location: Anchorage, AK
Pay: Starting at $25.00/hour DOE + Opportunity for Growth
Build Your Accounting Career with a Company That Invests in You!
Our client is a well-established, family-oriented company looking to add an Accounting Assistant to their team. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in accounting. They are willing to train the right individual and offer plenty of room for professional growth.


If you're organized, detail-oriented, enjoy working with numbers, and are looking for a company where you can grow your accounting knowledge and skills, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Responsibilities
  • Process and organize approximately 400 invoices through customer portals.
  • Track invoice aging and maintain accurate records.
  • Prepare month-end expense reports.
  • Assist with Accounts Receivable and customer invoicing.
  • Support collection efforts as part of a collaborative team.
  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
  • Ensure accuracy while managing multiple detail-oriented tasks.
  • Work closely with the Accounting Manager during the training period and gradually take ownership of daily responsibilities.
  • Communicate with dispatch, office staff, and field technicians to assist with accounting-related processes.
Qualifications
  • Strong basic computer skills.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Reliable, dependable, and able to take ownership of assigned tasks.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Comfortable communicating with a variety of personalities in a blue-collar work environment.
  • Previous accounting, bookkeeping, Accounts Receivable, or administrative experience is preferred but not required.
Preferred (Not Required)
  • Experience with Sage.
  • Experience with Workbooks software.
Schedule
  • Monday-Friday
  • Typical hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Flexible scheduling available as long as a consistent 8-hour workday is completed.
What You'll Love About This Opportunity
  • Family-oriented company culture.
  • Supportive leadership that is willing to train.
  • Private office.
  • Opportunity to learn directly from an experienced Accounting Manager.
  • Long-term career growth potential.
  • Opportunity for increased compensation after the introductory training period based on performance.
  • Immediate opening with the possibility of starting on a temporary basis before transitioning into a permanent position.

If you're looking for more than just a job and want an opportunity to grow your accounting career with a company that values its employees, we'd love to speak with you!

NEXT STEPS:
Just hit the "Apply" button above and you're half-way home!
Or, send your resume to [email protected] or call View phone number on click.appcast.io and we'll set up a time to meet!


Opti Staffing Group is a locally owned and operated full-service staffing agency that boasts continual growth and innovation. We have six offices located throughout the Pacific Northwest in Alaska, Washington, and Oregon. Our focus is on long-term career placement.


Opti is the recruiting partner for some of the country's leading companies-offering hiring solutions you can't find anywhere else.


Our recruiters will take the time to get to know you, understand what you're looking for in a job and then present job opportunities that are a good fit for your skills and experience.


Meet Your Recruiter

Danielle Luberto


About Anchorage, AK

Ready to embark on an exciting career journey in Anchorage, Alaska? Explore our job opportunities and discover the endless possibilities for growth and success in this vibrant city. Anchorage, the largest city in the state of Alaska, offers a unique blend of urban amenities and breathtaking natural landscapes. Imagine being able to immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Alaska Native Heritage Center, catch a show at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, or witness the stunning Northern Lights at Flattop Mountain. Savor the delicious local seafood cuisine, go kayaking in the pristine waters of Turnagain Arm, or take a hike in Chugach State Park on your days off. Join us in Anchorage and experience a one-of-a-kind career adventure in the Last Frontier!
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