Accounting Administrative Assistant

Family Express Corporation•Valparaiso, IN

22d

About The Position

Assists the Accounting department with daily administrative duties. General Purpose : To provide our customers with total satisfaction. To serve our community through volunteerism and produce a return on assets which will assure the future prosperity of our employees and our company. To be an ambassador of our “Living Brand” by building relationships with our customers. To accurately and timely report accounting data. To safeguard company assets. To cross-train functional areas of accounting.

Requirements

High School Diploma is required
Situational Awareness
Strong customer orientation
Detail orientation
Inclination for strategic mindset and problem analysis at all functional levels
Time management including multitasking, productivity, and a sense of urgency
Excellent interpersonal and highly effective communication skills
Strong team player
Teamwork and the ability to enhance team members’ performance
Adaptability, flexibility, and receptive to change
Problem analysis & problem resolution at functional level
Effective decision making based on sound judgment and reasoning
Ability to read, write and understand English
10 key proficiencies

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Builds Relationships
Promotes Living Brand
Serves as Product Brand Advocate
Adheres to company’s approved accounting procedures
Promotes company’s mission statement
Fosters company’s culture
Adheres to the company’s vision and mission
Adheres to company approved office accounting procedures
Safeguards all assets
Types all correspondence, reports, letters, and memos as directed
Maintains and organizes files, work areas, and office equipment
Provides any and all assistance necessary in accommodating accounting staff according to their needs
Files and organizes information including but not limited to emails, letters, memos, phone messages, and documents as necessary to maintain an orderly flow of information and organized retention process
Prepares various reports by utilizing data mining tools and techniques as needed
Adheres to company policies and approved accounting procedures
Meets deadlines and handles projects simultaneously
Prepares check runs for review, tracks waivers of lien when appropriate, and mails checks
Accurately compiles data into various spreadsheets to aid the department
Processes store orders of accounting supplies
Performs all other related duties as assigned