Accounting Assistant

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial and administrative operations at an equipment center in Birmingham, Alabama. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing accounting tasks with general office support in a busy, team-oriented setting. The role offers the chance to work closely with supervisors and operations staff while helping keep reporting, documentation, and payment processes organized and accurate.

Responsibilities:

+ Provide administrative support to the equipment center by managing paperwork, maintaining files, and ensuring documentation is organized and up to date

+ Assist with invoice processing by reviewing information, entering data, and preparing documents for approval and payment

+ Handle data entry and record maintenance within accounting and operational systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness

+ Prepare, update, and distribute reports using Excel and other software to support supervisors and department leadership

+ Manage vehicle tag records, departmental paperwork, and other compliance-related documentation

+ Serve as a point of contact for routine office inquiries and coordinate information between operations, transportation, and project teams

+ Track incoming documents, maintain records, and assist with reporting to support daily business operations

+ Help coordinate office activities, schedules, and administrative processes to keep workflows running efficiently

+ Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions through document collection, coding assistance, and recordkeeping

+ Perform other general administrative and office support duties as needed in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

- Experience supporting accounting or administrative functions in a detail-oriented office environment

- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice coding, and bank reconciliations

- Strong Excel skills with the ability to create, update, and review reports accurately

- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced workplace

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial records and administrative documents

- Comfortable interacting with a wide range of employees in an operations-focused environment

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