Accounting Assistant

Located in Texarkana, AR

Salary: $16/hour

Position: Accounting Assistant

Location: New Boston, TX

Hours: M-F, 8a-5p

Pay: $16/hour, DOE

 

Position Summary

The Accounting Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the accounting department by assisting with daily financial operations, maintaining accurate records, processing invoices, and supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, dependable, and comfortable working with numbers and basic accounting software.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

• Enter invoices, payments, and financial information into accounting systems.

• Review, organize, and maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

• Assist with processing vendor invoices, customer payments, and expense reports.

• Reconcile statements and assist with basic account reconciliations.

• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and other accounting documents.

• Assist with tracking expenses, deposits, and payments.

• Respond to routine inquiries from vendors, customers, and internal staff regarding billing and payment matters.

• Maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems.

• Provide general administrative support to the accounting department as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional accounting coursework or bookkeeping experience preferred.

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related administrative role preferred.

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to learn accounting software.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

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