Our client, a 70 year-old family owned Lancaster Company is looking for an Accounting Assistant. This 32-40 hour per week position will report directly to and support the Office Manager with main job responsibilities in accounts payable and receivable. Other duties include:
- Verifying the accuracy of vendor invoices
- Entering invoices and orders into accounting software
- Processing bi-weekly check runs
- Maintaining vendor files
- Project work as assigned
- Prepare customer invoices
- Apply cash receipts
- Open account statement reporting
- Maintain customer files
- Receptionist duties
Required Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
- Prior experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Strong knowledge of basic principles and practices of bookkeeping
- Experience using accounting software
- Excellent problem-solving and follow through practices
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
- Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
- High level of detail and accuracy in their work
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- A strong work ethic
- Honest and trustworthy traits
Our client offers competitive wages including benefits package and pension.
Required Experience