About This Role
This Accounting Assistant role supports the daily financial operations of the company by managing accounts receivable and other financial transactions. The position involves entering, posting, recording, and maintaining financial data in line with established policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide support for the day-to-day accounting functions of the General Accounting, Cash Applications, and Accounts Payable teams
- Accurately and efficiently process and record financial transactions while adhering to company policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards
- Assist with processing cash receipts, applying payments, and reconciling customer accounts
- Review, code, and input vendor invoices, ensuring all necessary approvals and supporting documentation are obtained and properly maintained
- Prepare and process electronic payments, check runs, and other disbursement activities while following established internal controls
- Assist with bank account, general ledger, and subsidiary ledger reconciliations
- Provide support during month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries, account analyses, and financial reporting schedules
- Investigate and resolve transaction discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and internal accounting questions in a timely and professional manner
- Contribute to process improvement efforts focused on increasing the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounting operations
Requirements
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, along with a strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles
- At least 2 years of experience in a similar accounting position
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including the ability to enter, manage, and manipulate Excel spreadsheets, is required
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