Accounting Assistant / Accounting Clerk

About This Role

The Accounting Assistant / Accounting Clerk supports the Accounting Team by handling day-to-day accounting functions. This permanent, in-person role offers exposure to various aspects of accounting operations, including finance and human resources, making it suitable for someone starting their accounting career.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and send out Accounts Receivable (AR) invoices
• Maintain and update AR worksheets for invoicing
• Perform Accounts Payable (AP) entry and processing
• Process ACH payments and transactions
• Manage and reconcile expense reports
• Monitor and reconcile company credit card transactions
• Prepare and upload monthly print logs for invoicing
• Submit and track Subconsultant AP invoices
• Record and process cash receipts and bank deposits
• Code expense reports for administrative charges
• Assist with project setup in internal systems
• Update and maintain contract amendments
• Track and manage Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
• Review employee timesheets
• Prepare and process payroll

Requirements

• Associate

or Bachelor

or

s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field preferred

• 2+ years of experience in administrative and/or accounting support roles
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (AR/AP processes)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); accounting software experience a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible, collaborative and people-focused approach to day-to-day work with excellent communication skills
• Excellent communication and self management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Important Details

• Employment type: part-time or full-time depending on candidate desired hours
• Schedule: office-based role with regular interaction across departments

About the Company

CMG is a mission-oriented landscape architecture practice working to increase social and ecological well-being through artful design. They are a passionate and creative collective that values collaboration and aims to develop leaders at all levels of experience.