Accounting Assistant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support financial operations and office administration for a growing consumer products business in Spokane, Washington. This contract position is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing bookkeeping, recordkeeping, and day-to-day coordination in a fast-paced environment with inventory and direct-to-consumer sales. The ideal candidate brings strong numerical ability, sound judgment, and the organization needed to keep accounting and operational data accurate.

This is an on-site, part-time to full-time position, starting part-time with the potential for increased hours. We are seeking a candidate with strong cash management or prior banking experience, as this role will play a key part in tracking daily inflows/outflows, supporting liquidity planning, and maintaining accurate financial visibility in a business with fluctuating sales cycles and high transaction volume.

Responsibilities:

- Manage incoming invoices and outgoing payments while monitoring customer billing and collections to keep cash flow activities current and accurate.

- Prepare bank deposits, process online payments, and maintain precise records for daily banking transactions, ensuring strong cash control practices.

- Reconcile general ledger activity and review financial entries to help ensure reporting remains complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

- Support cash management efforts by tracking daily balances, identifying discrepancies, and assisting with short-term cash flow visibility in a transaction-heavy environment.

- Organize supporting documentation for recurring tax-related reporting and maintain orderly financial records.

- Collect, verify, and track employee time records to support accurate payroll processing.

- Calculate gratuity or commission distributions, maintain employee files, and assist with onboarding paperwork and benefits administration.

- Oversee physical inventory counts and record daily product adjustments to maintain accurate stock and cost tracking.

Requirements - Prior experience in an accounting support, bookkeeping, or closely related administrative position.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes.

- Proficiency with Quick Books, invoice coding, and online banking or accounting systems.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage financial information and inventory data accurately.

- Ability to work independently, stay organized, and handle multiple priorities effectively.

- Solid analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

- Experience supporting employee records, onboarding, or benefits administration is preferred.

- Background in hospitality, beverage, or wine-related environments is a plus.

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