Accounting Assistant

Lakeside•Marblehead, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform a variety of tasks in the Accounting department. Reports directly to the VP of Finance. Ensure that all deposits and payments are properly posted to correct general ledger accounts. Maintain integrity of the vault drawer by proper implementation of cash control procedures. Prepare and enter bank deposits and check request transactions into a computerized general ledger system. Assist in account reconciliation and reporting preparation.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting, computer literacy in Microsoft Office, accounting systems, Microsoft Business Central would be a plus, detailed orientated, and the ability to work within a team.
College/associate degree in finance, accounting or relevant experience in finance, accounting or business administration.
Ability to read and interpret documents within the finance department.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively to customers, vendors, or employees of the operation.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, portions, percentages, and to apply the basic math concepts.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
Ability to respond to a variety of instructions.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of nonprofit accounting
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office
Accounting systems
Microsoft Business Central
Detailed orientated
Ability to work within a team

Responsibilities

Maintain the integrity of the vault cash drawer by proper implementation of cash control
Maintain Customer, Vendor and W9 System
Prepare deposits and change orders going to and from the Bank.
Prepare journals and post revenue deposits.
Help with monthly reconciliation of checking accounts.
Ensure proper coding and verify all check requests, purchase quotes/orders, and auto payments.
Issue checks and payments in a timely manner, ensure Positive Pay Exports and monitor daily fraud preventions.
Prepare and review monthly Employee credit card statements.
Maintain spreadsheet schedules
Reconciliation of General Ledger Accounts
Account analysis and allocation of funds to the correct general ledger accounts
Support Accounting in the day-to-day functions with the monthly, quarterly, annual closing of accounts and finalization of audit.
Assist VP of Finance with report preparations and any other work that may require additional support.