Accounting Assistant Job at Russell Herder in Minneapolis

AD AGENCY ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

The Accounting Assistant at Russell Herder ensures highly efficient and effective accounting and financial best practices. Demonstrates a solid background in agency financial systems, project cost accounting, client billing, accounts payable and general accounting functions. Reporting to the RH Controller, comprises a team handling day‑to‑day financial activities, ensuring sound and reliable accounting practices are adhered to, and timely and accurate financial information.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains accounts receivable reports including but not limited to monthly revenue, open invoices, and aging reports
• Monitors accounts payable, and posts vendor invoices into accounting system
• Interacts with vendors and account managers when processing a resolution of account discrepancies
• Receives credit card receipts and reconciles against corporate credit cards
• Maintains accounting department files and records
• Enters information into accounting data entry system
• Assists with month‑end closing journal entries and runs monthly reports as required
• Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and reviewing payables with executive team
• Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations
• Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
• Assists in preparing invoices
• Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping financial and benefit information confidential

Qualifications/ Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong preference to have ad agency or professional services firm experience
• Minimum Associate Accounting degree, and 2-5 years accounting experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word; experience with Workamajig or other project management software is a plus
• Acute attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

To Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and any other materials demonstrating the value that you will provide to Russell Herder and our clients.

About Russell Herder

Founded 41 years ago, Russell Herder is an award‑winning strategic ad agency providing market research, digital marketing, creative development, social media and public relations excellence to our clients. One of only a very few certified B Corporations® in Minnesota, we attract highly skilled talent by offering an excellent work environment and the opportunity to do work that matters.

Why Work with Us?

You’ll be a vital part of a growing team where your talent will be appreciated and utilized, your input will be valued, and your skills will be even further developed. You’ll be a contributor to the success of a deep variety of fascinating initiatives and have an opportunity to grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Herder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.