Accounting Assistant I

The Accounting Assistant I will be responsible for receiving, processing and verifying vendor invoices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive, review, code and process vendor invoices
• Obtain proper approvals from managers/supervisors for invoices
• Work closely with personnel to ensure the accuracy of the inventory and costs received against purchase orders
• Communicate with vendors regarding questions and concerns
• Assist with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions
• Calculate and report monthly sales tax accruals
• Assist in setting up new vendor accounts
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in accounting software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn and efficiently utilize other software tools and applications that are beneficial to the position

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED is required
• 1+ years’ work experience in accounts payable or accounts receivable
• Previous experience with banking software, electronic data interchange (EDI), and accounting software preferred