Accounting Associate-temp

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounting Associate performs a variety of general accounting support tasks in an accounting department.  Tasks include verifying the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records, updating and maintaining accounting journals, ledgers and other records including detailing financial business transactions (e.g., disbursements, expense vouchers, receipts, and accounts payable). Enters data into computer system using defined computer programs (currently B1 and internal programs), compile data and prepare a variety of reports, reconciles records with internal company employees and management, or external vendors or customers, recommends actions to resolve discrepancies and investigates questionable data. The Accounting Associate supports accounting operations by filing documents, reconciling statements and assisting the Accounting Staff. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with processing Accounts Payable invoices.
• Assist with processing Rebate checks.
• Support the reconciling of bank accounts and rebate bank accounts.
• Support the reconciling of balance sheet accounts.
• Supports the maintenance of the accounting databases by entering data, processing backups.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
• Maintains accounting records by making copies, filing documents.
• Assist special projects as needed.

  

SUPERVISION

• Position reports to the Accounting Manager.

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

• Intermediate knowledge of B1 other accounting software.
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Associates degree with at least two accounting courses (negotiable with experience).
• Organizational, verbal and written communication skills a must.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is an asset.