Accounting Clerk
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Accounting AssistantOur client is growing and looking for a friendly and self-motivated Accounting Assistant to add to their close-knit team in the heart of Portland! This organization has been operating for multiple decades and offers great opportunities for professional growth as well as generous employee benefits.
Responsibilities of the Accounting AssistantReview and enter AP entries timely and accurately.Ensure accurate coding and documentation of invoices.Monitor and route outstanding invoices for approvals.Take vendor calls to process payments.Research invoice and payment discrepancies.Support weekly check run preparations and reporting.Assist with month-end preparations and provide ad-hoc accounting support as requested.
Accounting Assistant Qualifications Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.1+ years of accounting experience highly preferred; exposure to property accounting or similar a plus.Knowledge of general accounting procedures and AP/AR functions.Proficient with MS Office Suite including intermediate Excel skills required.Experience with ERP systems and the ability to learn new systems quickly.Customer service-oriented with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Organized and deadline-driven with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Salary: $50k-$60k (DOE)
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