Accounting Assistant

Company Description

Reckon Pro Accounting is staffed with dedicated professionals who embody strong firm values and are committed to providing excellent service. We value getting to know our clients and fostering meaningful relationships before they even require our services.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role based in Haverhill, MA, for an Accounting Assistant. The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for handling day-to-day tasks, including preparing financial statements, managing bookkeeping activities, using accounting software, QBO, supporting finance-related tasks, and tax preparation. The role requires attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in performing accounting duties.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments.
• Issue and track customer invoices and receipts.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collections.

Data Entry & Recordkeeping

• Enter financial transactions into accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Xero).
• Maintain organized digital and paper records of financial documents.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and petty cash.

Financial Reporting Support

• Assist in preparing financial statements, budgets, and monthly reports.
• Help gather documentation for audits and tax filings.
• Support account reconciliation and variance analysis.

Administrative Support

• Handle correspondence with vendors and clients regarding billing issues.
• Schedule and track payments to ensure timely processing.
• Support the finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks.

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience: 1–3 years in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative finance roles.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Excel, or ERP systems).
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, reconciliations).

Soft Skills:

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Reports to: Accountant.

May also collaborate with: Business owners.

• Accuracy and timeliness of data entry and reconciliations
• On-time vendor and client payment processing
• Completeness and organization of accounting records