Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate

 

Position Summary: Working under the direction of the Accounting Manager as a skilled Accounting Clerk to perform a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and financial tasks. A successful Accounting Clerk should be familiar with all accounting procedures and have a aptitude for numbers and ultimately ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

•           Provide general accounting and clerical support in the accounting department

•           Accounts Payable

•           Accounts Receivable

•           Assist in payroll processing

•           Process other business transactions like disbursements, expense reimbursements, etc.

•           Accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records

•           Research, track, and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies

•           Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings, and statements

•           Reconcile accounts in a timely manner

•           Enter key data of financial transactions in the accounting system

•           Inform management and compile reports/summaries

•           Assist Accounting Manager in the preparation of financial statements

*           Provide assistance and support to company personnel and owners including answering phone calls and mailing & banking errands, etc.

•           Function in accordance with established standards, procedures, and applicable laws

•           Various administrative services deemed necessary.

 

 Requirements:

 

•           Proven accounting experience

*           Demonstrate a strong attention to detail along with the ability to spot errors, inconsistencies, and discover potential risks for our company

•           Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures

•           Competency in primarily Microsoft Excel, Word, and QuickBooks

•           Hands-on experience with spreadsheets

•           Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

•           Data entry and word processing skills

•           Ability to work with a team at all levels of the company and external associates

•           Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work

•           Accounting business degree required

•           Minimum of 1-2 years experience