JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title : Accounting Assistant
Reports To: Assistant Controller
Type of Position: Full-Time Status: Non-Exempt
Responsibilities and Duties: Maintain accurate financial records including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, intercompany accounts, and assist with month-end closing processes. Process invoices, receipts, payments, and other financial transactions in a timely manner, and provide backup support to accounts payable and payroll departments when needed. Reconcile bank statements and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly. Coordinate with external vendors, clients, and financial institutions as necessary. Assist with compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and company policies. Assist with audits and tax preparation, including the preparation of Business Tax Returns, Sales and Use Tax Returns, Monthly Sales Tax Returns, and Tangible Personal Property Returns. Provides backup assistance for cash room. Answers phones and assists callers with timed ticket reservations, as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, grab, press, carry and push to perform essential duties. Ability to successfully navigate stairs. Lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Required to sit, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch frequently. Education and Experience: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, preferred, but not required. Proven experience as a bookkeeper, payables clerk, payroll clerk, or other similar role. Qualifications and Other Requirements: High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Analytical skills to use in reconciling multiple areas. Must possess excellent computer skills and be proficient in MS Office. Knowledge of excel to generate new and update existing spreadsheets is required. Knowledge of accounting software such as NetSuite preferred but not required. Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial data. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to work with minimum amount of supervision. Ability to multi-task and manage projects effectively. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Lont Term Disability 401 (k) Plan Paid Time Off EAP Birthday Pay Life Insurance with AD&D **Candidate must undergo drug test and background screening for consideration.
