Job Description

Our client, a non-profit organization, is seeking an Accounting Administrative Assistant. This is a Temp-Hire opportunity with the intention to extend an offer to the right candidate.

JOB SUMMARY: The Accounting Administrative Assistant will assist the Controller in all aspects of the finance operations. This position may be required on occasions to travel by company or personal vehicle, or commercial aircraft to accomplish the job responsibilities. 

WORK SCHEDULE: The Accounting Administrative Assistant is a full-time hourly position. Normal office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The employee may occasionally have to work evenings or weekend, as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. High School diploma and 2 years of business college or technical bookkeeping/accounting degree.
2. Two years experience in a financial position in a not-for-profit organization.
3. May be required to work for long periods without breaks and prolonged sitting.
4. Physical requirements include ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Responsible for the overall Accounts Payable and Payroll operation of the organization including centralized purchase orders, bulk ordering of supplies and timely payment of bills.
• Performs miscellaneous clerical duties such as data entry, posting, maintenance functions, and updates and reconciles the check register to G/L.
•  Performs other Accounts Payable function such as reconciliation of Corporate Credit Card statements.
• Processes employee payroll including leave requests and recovery overtime, including posting of payroll journal entries to Solomon IV accounting software system.
• Ensures monthly reconciliation of bank statements.
• Scrutinizes each bill and invoice received to ensure appropriate procedures are being followed, quoted prices are being billed and timely payment is made.
• Processes purchase requests in a timely manner.
• Pursues cost savings by constantly searching for best prices for merchandise
• Follows up on pending purchase orders

Company Description

And now a little about us: LeadingEdge Personnel is a FUN and professional staffing agency, Texas owned and operated for over 25 years! Our goal is to help you find your next career move. LeadingEdge Personnel focuses on temp, temp-to-hire and direct hire placements throughout the Austin & San Antonio area. We staff for the best because we attract the best employees. We can't wait to help you achieve your next dream job!