Accounting Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounting Assistant provides accounting support including accounts payable processing, general ledger accounting, as well as cash and credit card reconciliations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide timely and accurate payment processing of accounts payable checks
• Develop and maintain reports and files for monthly accounts payable sub-ledger reconciliation
• Process immigration filing fee check requests to support US legal team
• Reconcile all bank accounts and corporate credit cards
• Prepare bank deposits for review and processing
• Maintain fixed asset ledger and depreciation schedule
• Develop and maintain reports and files on asset and liability account balances
• Post invoices to external client systems as required
• Generate financial reports as requested
• Perform ad hoc analyses as requested

SKILLS

• Highly organized with strong prioritization abilities
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to quickly analyze, interpret and resolve issues independently
• Strong attention to detail and a customer service focus
• Familiarity with the basic principles of accounting
• Strong MS Excel skills and general ledger knowledge
• Proficiency with MS Word and Outlook
• Ability to quickly learn multiple internal and external client systems
• Process-oriented viewpoint with ability to communicate recommendations for improvement

EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years accounting or accounts payable and reconciliation experience

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

For immediate consideration, please submit the following:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. List of references