Accounting Assistant

The Accounting Specialist will assist in all financial accounting functions.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files
• Reconcile accounts
• Pay vendor invoices in a timely manner
• Manage prepaid expense account
• Process expense reimbursements
• Assist in annual 1099 submissions
• Calculate sales commissions
• Prepare items for audits   

Key Skills:

• Understanding of basic accounting principles and differences in five main account types (assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, expenses)
• Use of QuickBooks or other accounting system
• Exceptional time-management and ability to meet deadlines

General Experience:

• Accounting degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in basic accounting processing (ex. payables, receivables, journal entries, accruals)
• Comfort in and experience with the challenges of a start-up
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail