Accounting Assistant

Paragon Star•Lee's Summit, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Paragon Star, we're looking for Team Members who enjoy being a part of an exciting company focused on sports and events, with growth extending to many new future developments. Everything we do is unique and no day at the office is ever like any other. When you join the Paragon Star team, you become a part of one of the best work environments in the city. As a growing team, we work hard and play harder with many special activities throughout the year. Apply today and experience just how awesome being a part of the Paragon Star team can be.

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting or related field
Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization as well as interface with customers and vendors
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs – Excel, Word

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of accounts receivable / accounts payable experience preferred
Sage Intacct software is a plus

Responsibilities

Enter data from source documents into accounting system, databases, or spreadsheets
Post accounts receivable and accounts payable journal entries into the accounting system
Create invoices in the accounting system and distribute to customers
Verify and input accounts payable details and assist with the check payment process
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations
Monitor and record incoming payments and deposits
Prepare data for sales and use tax payments
Effectively communicate and work with a variety of associates regarding invoicing and payment approvals for sports events
Effectively communicate with external vendors regarding set-up requirements, credits, and discrepancies
Assist with credit card expense reconciliation and posting journal entries
Identify and escalate priority issues
Represent the department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established company standards and associate attributes at all times
Other administrative duties – general filing and copying as assigned