Accounting Assistant

Description Are you a dedicated Accounting Assistant seeking a contract-to-possible permanent assignment? This position supports an accounting department in Birmingham, AL onsite. The role ensures precise accounts payable and finance transactions while providing critical support across key finance operations.

Duties:
Process accounts payable transactions, including reporting and reconciliation of accounts. Request approval or supplemental documentation for invoices as proof of service. Process and transmit financing transactions; input payments, prepare reports, and reconcile finance receivables in the general ledger. Assist with monthly general ledger reconciliation and reporting related to accounts payable. Reconcile the accounts receivable miscellaneous general ledger account and distribute billing statements.

Prepare data for budget review and upload new budgets in the system as needed. Process vendor payments by inputting expense and inventory invoices, ensuring timely fund disbursement, including rush payments as required. Analyze weekly Cash Requirement Reports to ensure payments and schedules are accurate. Prepare weekly and monthly accounts payable reporting for stores/departments. Requirements 2-5 years of accounting

Experience with accounting Proficient Excel and Word.

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