Accounting Assistant Job in Mountain Brook, AL

Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in Birmingham, Alabama in a contract position with the potential to become permanent. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and working across both payables and receivables. The role will contribute to timely transaction processing, account balancing, and dependable financial administration in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, assign appropriate coding, and prepare payments with close attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Manage customer billing activity, record incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances as needed.
• Reconcile bank statements and internal financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and update financial data within Quick Books and related systems.
• Assist with routine payroll-related accounting support and ensure information is entered correctly for processing.
• Review account activity, investigate variances, and communicate issues to the appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Support month-end administrative accounting tasks by preparing reports and confirming transaction completeness.