Accounting Assistant - Corporate Finance & Accounting
About The Position
MCD Global Health is seeking an Accounting Associate to join their Corporate Finance and Accounting team. This entry-level position is ideal for a recent college or technical school graduate. The role involves various corporate accounting functions, including processing accounts payable, posting journal entries, depositing checks, posting accounts receivable, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with annual audit documentation. The Accounting Associate will also provide backup support to other finance staff as needed. The ideal candidate is a creative, resourceful, energetic, and self-motivated individual who is eager to take on new challenges. They should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, possess strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships, and demonstrate flexibility, strong organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business or financial related field is required.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent related work experience.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
- Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across teams.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in current Microsoft Office applications is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with general ledger and accounts payable duties.
- Nonprofit experience is preferred, with a strong preference for someone who has operated in a fast-growing environment with limited budgets and resources.
- Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT or similar financial management software is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Processing accounts payable
- Posting journal entries
- Depositing checks to the bank
- Posting accounts receivable
- Performing account reconciliations
- Assisting with annual audit documentation collection
- Performing other clerical and accounting duties as necessary
- Serving as a backup to other finance staff when needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
