What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at AKIVA AI?
Company: AKIVA AI
Location: Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Rensselaer, Glens Falls, or Saratoga, NY (Onsite)
Pay Range: $19.00 – $25.00/hour (DOE)
Employment Type: Contract / Temporary (Full-Time, Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
About AKIVA
AKIVA is an AI-native engineering firm specializing in enterprise services, domain-specific solutions, and high-performance infrastructure from strategy through deployment. We build innovative systems that drive measurable results for commercial enterprises and government agencies.
Position Overview
AKIVA is seeking a reliable Accounting Assistant to support temporary financial operations at a public sector client site in New York’s Capital District. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting under the direction of the client’s finance team. As an AKIVA team member, you will have access to AI-enhanced accounting tools that streamline invoice processing, automated reconciliation, and data analysis. All training is included.
Key Responsibilities
Interested in staying connected with AKIVA’s AI initiatives, research, and opportunities?
Join our AI Innovation Network here: https://www.akiva.com/ai-network
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
AKIVA is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical disability, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people within a qualified candidate pool.
AKIVA is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
Location: Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Rensselaer, Glens Falls, or Saratoga, NY (Onsite)
Pay Range: $19.00 – $25.00/hour (DOE)
Employment Type: Contract / Temporary (Full-Time, Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
About AKIVA
AKIVA is an AI-native engineering firm specializing in enterprise services, domain-specific solutions, and high-performance infrastructure from strategy through deployment. We build innovative systems that drive measurable results for commercial enterprises and government agencies.
Position Overview
AKIVA is seeking a reliable Accounting Assistant to support temporary financial operations at a public sector client site in New York’s Capital District. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting under the direction of the client’s finance team. As an AKIVA team member, you will have access to AI-enhanced accounting tools that streamline invoice processing, automated reconciliation, and data analysis. All training is included.
Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
- Perform bank and account reconciliations
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and analysis documents
- Maintain organized financial records and filing systems
- Support audit preparation and documentation requests
- Utilize AI-powered tools for automated invoice matching, anomaly detection, and financial data analysis
- 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
- Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, or similar)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- Valid work authorization required
- Associate’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable systems
- Public sector or government accounting experience
- Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Competitive hourly pay with weekly or bi-weekly pay options
- AI productivity tools and training provided at no cost to you
- Professional development and skill-building opportunities
- Supportive management team with veteran-owned company values
- Potential for permanent conversion based on client needs and performance
Interested in staying connected with AKIVA’s AI initiatives, research, and opportunities?
Join our AI Innovation Network here: https://www.akiva.com/ai-network
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
AKIVA is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical disability, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people within a qualified candidate pool.
AKIVA is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
Salary : $19 - $25