Accounting Assistant

Adecco is assisting a client in Milton, Vermont, with their search for an Accounting Assistant. This is an on-site, first-shift opportunity offering a starting pay range of $25.00-$27.00 per hour. This role supports the organization in a variety of administrative and accounting functions that help the team achieve its goals. Working closely with the Accounting Manager and HR Director, the ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, and the confidence to work independently while collaborating with leadership as needed.

• Organize and maintain documents and filing systems
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external contacts to gather information
• Prepare and organize documentation for tax preparation
• Communicate accounting-related information accurately and professionally
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card accounts while ensuring the accuracy of General Ledger balances
• Determine proper procedures for transaction posting
• Process and transmit electronic payments
• Serve as a point of contact for financial institutions, including banks and credit card companies
• Monitor accounting accuracy across the organization
• Oversee payroll functions and payroll-related reporting
• Manage 401(k) and Workers' Compensation reporting
• Assist Human Resources with payroll matters and employee inquiries
• Process accounts payable, bills, and expense reports
• Create and distribute customer invoices

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including General Ledger functions and processes
• Knowledge of budgeting concepts and financial reporting
• Understanding of job tracking, class tracking, and their impact on budgeting
• Strong mathematical aptitude and analytical thinking
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage responsibilities independently
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Professional, flexible, and collaborative approach to working with others
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience required
• Experience with Net Suite preferred
• Experience with BambooHR is a plus

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer and office tasks
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb as needed
• Regular communication with employees, vendors, and business partners, requiring the ability to speak and hear effectively

For this particular assignment, must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

$25.00 to $27.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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