Accounting Assistant

Located in Fort Myers, FL

Salary: $23-$26hr

Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Flexible 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Assistant to join an established construction office team on a temporary-to-hire basis through the end of the year, with strong potential for permanent placement.

This role will primarily focus on Accounts Payable functions while also supporting Accounts Receivable responsibilities. However, we are specifically looking for someone with strong A/R experience, particularly in collections and account follow-up. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling collection calls, resolving outstanding balances, and maintaining professional communication with customers regarding overdue accounts.

The ideal candidate is accurate, organized, trainable, and experienced in handling financial transactions in a fast-paced environment. Experience with QuickBooks is required, and bilingual Spanish/English candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Candidates with an Associate’s Degree in Accounting are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including emailed invoices
• Enter and reconcile vendor invoices, including identifying and entering missing invoices
• Manage accounts receivable tasks as needed
• Conduct collection calls for accounts overdue by 60+ days
• Follow up on outstanding balances and assist with account resolution
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Communicate with vendors and customers via phone and email
• Process and apply credit card payments received via phone or email
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable required
• Strong Accounts Receivable and collections experience highly preferred
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (required)
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills (phone and email)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Trainable, dependable, and team-oriented
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a strong plus

 

Benefits (upon hire)

• Medical contribution of $250/month toward employee premium
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and $10,000 life insurance
• Optional benefits: dental, vision, voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• 7 paid holidays
• 80 hours of vacation (prorated)
• 40 hours of sick time
• 24 hours of bereavement leave (immediate family)

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