Accounting Assistant

Kennedy Jenks • Portland, OR

1d • $27 - $29 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our growing team. This position provides general accounting, clerical and technical assistance. In this role, you will code and enter vendor and sub consultant invoices, process expense reports and check for accuracy, approvals and policy adherence. You will investigate and resolve vendor billing errors as well as answer employee and vendor questions. You may produce memos or emails on engineering accounting questions, client billing, invoices, contracts and reconciliation of accounts. You may assist the payroll department as needed. This position includes clerical functions such as filing, copying, data entry and preparation of reports.

Requirements

• Two years of related experience as an accounting clerk, specialist or coordinator; AP experience is a plus
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Accounting/Finance is a plus
• Experience with BST or other project based accounting software is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate, code, input and post incoming vendor invoices in Accounts Payable
• Review, validate, code and check for FAR (Allowable) of employee expense reports.
• Prioritize and process payments of Employee Expense, Vendor Invoice and Sub consultant bills on a weekly basis
• Respond to all vendor inquiries; Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Maintain files/documentation thoroughly and accurately.
• Work with the A/R team member to reconcile variances that occur in the application of cash
• Set up new projects, make transfers of employee billable hours and/or expenses, and open and close projects, phases and tasks in company system.
• Recommend and implement agreed process improvements.
• Assist with company credit card coding and employee follow-up monthly
• Assist in month end closing
• Annual 1099 maintenance & assist in reporting
• Assist payroll as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed