Massachusetts Staffing
Accounting Assistant
We are looking for a meticulous Accounting Assistant to join our team in Avon, Massachusetts. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the accounts receivable process by ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation of customer payments. The role requires working on-site Monday through Friday, with a consistent schedule of 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Record and post customer payments accurately, including cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Verify and enter revenues from lockbox deposits and local bank transactions to maintain up-to-date records.
- Update accounts receivable balances by calculating and reconciling unpaid invoices.
- Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy across financial records.
- Assist with billing processes and ensure timely issuance of invoices.
- Handle cash applications and ensure proper allocation of payments.
- Conduct collections activities for overdue accounts in a precise and respectful manner.
- Utilize financial software such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP to manage accounts efficiently.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow processes.
- Maintain organized and accurate documentation for auditing purposes.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in accounts receivable or a related accounting role.
- Proficiency in financial tools such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP.
- Strong knowledge of billing processes and account reconciliation.
- Familiarity with cash applications and collections activities.
- Ability to handle commercial collections professionally and effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal teams.
- Ability to work on-site, Monday through Friday.