An Accounting Assistant should be an excellent multitasker with
exceptional communication and time management skills. Accounting Assistants can expect to assist the Accounting department with data entry, processing, and recording transactions, updating the ledger, assisting with audits or fact-checking, and preparing budgets and reports. The Accounting Assistant should be thorough, accurate, and honest with good bookkeeping skills.
An Accounting Assistant should have an understanding of basic
Accounting principles and proficiency with computers and software, such as MS Excel or Quickbooks. The Accounting Assistant should be trustworthy, efficient, and organized.
Responsibilities:
Providing support to the Accounting Department.
Performing basic office tasks, such as filing, data entry, answering phones, processing the mail, etc. Handling communications with clients and vendors via phone, email, and in-person. Processing transactions, issuing checks, and updating ledgers, budgets, etc. Preparing financial reports. Assisting with audits, fact checks, and resolving discrepancies.
Requirements:
Associate’s degree in related field with work experience.
More education, experience, or additional certifications and licenses may be required. Proficiency with computers and bookkeeping software, strong typing skills. Exceptional time management and verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with basic accounting principles. Professional manner and a strong ethical code. Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive. Commitment to working efficiently and accurately.