Accounting Assistant
Cleveland, OH
Hybrid
$50,000 – $60,000
We are seeking an Accounting Assistant who will support day-to-day financial operations by entering, posting, recording, and maintaining accounts receivable and other financial transactions in accordance with established financial policies and procedures.
Accounting Assistant Responsibilities:
- Support the daily accounting operations of the General Accounting, Cash Applications, and Accounts Payable teams.
- Process and record financial transactions accurately and on time while following firm policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards.
- Assist with cash receipt processing, payment application, and customer account reconciliation activities.
- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices while ensuring all required approvals and supporting documentation are obtained and properly maintained.
- Prepare and process electronic payments, check runs, and other disbursement activities in accordance with established internal controls.
- Assist with bank account, general ledger, and subsidiary ledger reconciliations; research and resolve variances as assigned.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparing journal entries, account analyses, and financial reporting schedules.
- Research and resolve transaction discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and internal accounting questions in a timely and professional manner.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives designed to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounting processes.
Accounting Assistant Qualifications
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, with a solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar accounting role.
- Aderant experience preferred
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills
- Excellent organizational and management skills, with a good sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including the ability to enter and manipulate Excel spreadsheets, is required.
