Accounting Associate/Bookkeeper

Accounting Associate/Bookkeeper

We are looking for a skilled Accounting Associate/Bookkeeper to perform a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and clerical tasks. Accounting Associate will run accounting software programs to process business transactions for Accounts Payable(to consist of PO Expenditures, Direct Expenditures, and Travel/Employee Expenditures) and Document Scanning/Indexing. Ultimately, a successful Accounting Associate will ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.

Responsibilities to include Accounts Payable, Docuware Scanning/Indexing and other Accounting/Clerical duties:

Accounts Payable:

• Verify Invoice with packing slip and receiving documents
• Enter A/P Invoices in Accounting Systems
• Process payment of AP invoices according to terms and disburse payments
• Communicate with Vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Communicate with Purchasing Team to resolve Purchase Order/ Direct Expenditure receipt discrepancies.
• Verify/Confirm Positive Pay transactions daily
• Verify & Review Travel/ Employee Expenditure documents for accuracy and processing
• Other Accounts Payable duties as needed

Docuware Scanning/Indexing:

• Prepare/Scan/Index AP Invoices weekly
• Prepare/Scan/Index other Accounting documents as needed

Other Responsibilities to include:

• Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department
• Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
• Prepare general ledger postings and statements daily
• Provide assistance and support to company personnel
• Research, track and resolve accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
• Compile reports/summaries to Upper Management per Month End and Year End Closing Activities.
• Function duties in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws
• Constantly update job knowledge through provided training

Skills

• Proven accounting experience, preferably as an Accounts Payable clerk
• Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures
• Competency in MS Office(Excel, Word, etc), databases and accounting software
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers
• Ability to perform filing and record keeping tasks
• Data entry and word processing skills
• Well organized
• Pleasant Attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: starting at $16.50/ hour, negotiable based on education and experience

Experience:

• Accounting/Bookkeeping: 3 years (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent
• Associate's degree or relevant certification is a plus

Language:

• English

Schedule:

• Day Shift (M-F 8am-5pm)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

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

Experience:

• Accounting/Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person