Accountant Assistant

Rexa, Inc.•Middleboro, MA

About The Position

REXA, Inc. is seeking an Accountant Assistant to support day-to-day accounting operations by applying established U.S. GAAP accounting principles, practices, and procedures to maintain accurate and timely financial records in the company ERP system. The role processes financial transactions, reconciles general ledger accounts, and assists with financial reporting. The Accountant Assistant works closely with purchasing and sales personnel and other internal stakeholders to ensure accounting information is complete, accurate, and processed in a timely manner, and periodically interacts with senior management to support the business’s financial and operational needs. The role supports general ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and some payroll processing activities. The position works in an office environment with exposure to manufacturing activity. No strenuous physical work is required, and strict compliance with company safety policies is required. REXA offers full benefits and competitive compensation. The salary range is $57,600–$70,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

Some experience in a corporate accounting environment.
Experience using automated ERP systems.
Strong Excel skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge of ERP systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact and collaborate with internal teams and external customers and vendors.
Versatility and flexibility, with willingness to work in a dynamic corporate environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Attention to detail and results orientation, with follow-through to resolve outstanding issues.
Ability to organize and complete projects in a timely manner.
Good business judgment, interpersonal skills, and team-building skills.
Willingness to learn, support change, and work in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Strict compliance with company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
Exposure to a modern manufacturing or distribution environment is helpful.
Knowledge of Infor Syteline is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close, as well as audit requests and activities.
Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial reports and accounting analyses, and work on new general-ledger-related accounting projects to support business growth.
Process full-cycle Accounts Payable, including vendor orders and invoices using the AI-assisted Square9 AP solution, vendor payments, statement reconciliations, vendor communications, and new vendor setup.
Administer the corporate credit card program, including processing new applications, responding to employee issues and questions, arranging card replacements, and handling fraud notices.
Manage the corporate fleet vehicle account, including driver information, insurance cards, accident claims, safety recalls, state registrations, and fuel cards.
Train new employees on corporate credit card and fleet vehicle processes and policies.
Respond to certificate requests, including W-9, sales tax exemption, resale exemption, and certificates of insurance requests.
Manage the corporate expense management solution by following up on outstanding reports, monitoring and resolving open issues, and serving as an employee point of contact for outstanding matters.
Assist the Accounts Receivable Specialist with new customer applications, credit card payments, freight invoice approvals or rejections, and collections.
Perform other accounting duties as assigned or required.