Accounting Assistant

RESPEC • Rapid City, SD

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About The Position

RESPEC seeks an Accounting Assistant for our Rapid City or Sioux Falls, SD office . If you enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, consider growing your career with us! The Accounting Assistant is responsible for supporting the finance department in various accounting tasks. This role supports the organization by generating billing reports and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records. The Accounting Assistant works with internal stakeholders across the organization and assists in the smooth operation of financial processes.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting; or a minimum of 2 years of experience in general accounting or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft365 (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including Excel fundamentals
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional productivity and reliability to ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entry and upkeep of financial data and accounting records
• Reconcile and verify bank statements to ensure accuracy
• Review, reconcile credit card transactions and resolve discrepancies
• Process accounts payable transactions efficiently
• Assist with invoice processing and verification
• Contribute to special projects aimed at optimizing financial processes
• Review, audit, and process employee expense reports
• Manage expense report and travel platform
• Provide guidance to employees on how to submit and manage expense reports

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees