Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Assistant to join our client in Cerritos, California. In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting our accounting department with administrative tasks and maintaining accurate financial records. If you have a strong work ethic and a passion for organization and accuracy, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
• Perform general office tasks, including sorting, opening, and distributing mail.
• Research and identify checks in the system to allocate them to the appropriate accounts, documenting details on the check stubs.
• Manage administrative tasks related to office operations and organization.
• Prepare and organize deposits for processing through a remote deposit capture system.
• Handle shipping tasks, including coordinating FedEx shipments.
• Input bank deposit details into spreadsheets to maintain accurate records.
• Verify scanned documents for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all pages are included.
• Support the accounts payable team by copying, scanning, and filing invoices and expense reports.
• Maintain and organize accounting department files and records, ensuring easy retrieval.
• Assist with special projects and tasks as assigned by accounting managers and supervisors.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word is essential.
• Some college coursework is preferred but not mandatory.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in an office environment is required.
• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.