Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant to join our finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health of our organization by managing essential accounting functions and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, proficiency with various financial software, and a proactive approach to data entry, reconciliation, and reporting. This position is vital in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and streamlining daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records within accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar platforms
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis to verify accuracy of financial data
• Prepare journal entries and support general ledger accounting activities in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Manage payroll processing using systems like ADP, Paychex, Kronos, UltiPro, or Ceridian, ensuring correct calculations and tax compliance
• Support month-end closing activities, including account reconciliation and financial statement preparation
• Assist with governmental and non-profit accounting requirements, including tax filings and audit preparations

Requirements

• Proven experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, and double-entry bookkeeping
• Familiarity with payroll management systems like ADP or Paychex is highly preferred
• Knowledge of SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance standards and Workday or UltiPro is a plus
• Experience in governmental or non-profit accounting environments is advantageous
• Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy; proficiency in 10 key typing and math skills required, as well as invoicing and billing
• Ability to perform account reconciliation, balance sheet review, and account analysis efficiently
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to maintaining impeccable financial integrity while supporting operational excellence. This role offers an engaging environment where your expertise in accounting software, financial management, and administrative support will make a meaningful impact every day.

Pay: From $72,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• prior job recommendation

Experience:

• accounting and bookkeeping: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person