What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at ANDERSON EXCAVATING, LLC?
Accounting Assistant
Job Overview
The accounting assistant is responsible for providing daily administrative support to and working in conjunction with the accounting department. This person will be able to successfully perform various clerical tasks, such as invoice processing, coding expenses for specific projects, assistance with bookkeeping, filing, and mail handling. This position requires attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities/ Duties:
· Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
· Perform work accurately and in a time-efficient manner, with attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
· Maintain a professional demeanor with co-workers and clients.
- Assist with monthly reconciliation of vendor statements, and following up with any discrepancies
- Assist with coding, processing, and filing vendor invoices with ongoing file storage upkeep and review. Will possibly include moving files between locations to properly store.
- Ensure that all vendor checks are processed and mailed once signed and ready for distribution.
- Assist with and coordinate various company mailings.
- Assists with scanning vendor invoices and properly routing in accounting software for approval.
- Any other duties as assigned by Chief Financial Officer.
Qualifications
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
· Associate’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance, and/or relevant experience in lieu of education.
· Prior office/administrative experience or prior internships in accounting preferred but not required.
· Strong computer skills, including experience and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
· A basic understanding of accounting is preferred but not required.
· Must be 18 years of age or older.
· Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
· Must pass drug and alcohol screening and background check.
Reports to:
The Accounting Assistant position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.