Accounting Assistant

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Accounting Manager, performs duties associated with accounts payable and/or accounts receivable.

• Supports the Accounts Payable function (e.g., check runs, review entries).
• Reviews invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Responds to vendor inquiries.
• Maintains reports, spreadsheets and accounting files.
• Researches and solves payment discrepancies.
• Makes adjustments to accounts as necessary.
• Prepares bank deposits and completes bank reconciliation.
• Follows up on aging accounts.
• Prepares and maintains financial and business transactions.
• Assists with reporting to support month‑end accounting close entries; prepares various account reconciliations.
• Develops and runs queries using Access and Excel.
• Prepares other accounting‑related reports and accounting duties as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Full‑time and part‑time positions offer the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

Full‑time positions also offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.

Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities and may be modified by the Company as needed.

Location:

Canteen – 6719 East Howard Lane, Building 2, Austin, TX 78754. Full‑time schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Pay range: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.