Temp Sr. Accounting Associate

AAA-The Auto Club Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•$19 - $28•Remote

About The Position

This role is a temporary assignment for approximately three to six months with potential to transition into a permanent position. Performs accounting functions related to the preparation, maintenance and/or reconciliation of a variety of subsidiary and general ledger accounts. Reviews invoices for compliance with corporate policies, duplicate payments and fraud control. Verifies and/or determines all information needed by disbursement system for inclusion into corporate ledgers. Enters data from invoices and payment requests into automated disbursement system. Analyzes computer output to determine discrepancies and errors and initiates corrective action to ensure integrity of ledger systems. Verifies that account balances are reported accurately and that reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis. Allocates operating expenses and maintains accounting records; compiles data and prepares periodic reports as directed. Ensures disbursements are made in accordance with vendor /corporate terms. Researches inquiries from vendors, sales, and/or service personnel regarding payment status of issued checks; determines status and initiates replacement check process in accordance with established control procedures. Reconciles accounting ledgers and other documents to supporting subsidiary systems and resolves discrepancies and informs appropriate personnel of inconsistencies. Receives and deposits miscellaneous checks. Researches non-coded checks to determine correct accounting detail and prepares audit schedules for use in internal and independent audits. Assists management or senior staff in developing and maintaining job documentation and procedures and documents supporting the resolution of problems affecting reconciliations with other departments, employees and/or banks. Researches and responds to inquiries concerning account status from vendors, members, and/or insureds. Responds to questions/concerns relative to operating expense reports as requested. Provides same day turnaround on rush documents. May respond to customer, agent, and/or management inquiries regarding billing related issues, invoices, cash receipts, commission related payments, process premium refunds, etc.

Requirements

Intermediate college-level coursework in Accounting or Finance or related field
Basic data processing with attention to detail and self-audit
Automated accounting systems
Spreadsheet software
High volume invoice data entry
Researching invoices and payments
Working with an integrated A/P-Purchasing system
Research and analyze financial data
Perform mathematical calculations accurately including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years Accounts Payable processing experience
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Research discrepancies and propose solutions
Analysis and problem solving
Organization and planning
Current payment processing methodologies (e.g.: ACH, wires, checks)
Communicate effectively with others in a work environment and with the public
Exhibit attention to detail and ability to manage multiple, competing requests
Prepare and present data to manager and department head
Maintain a professional presence within the organization and with the public

Responsibilities

Performs accounting functions related to the preparation, maintenance and/or reconciliation of a variety of subsidiary and general ledger accounts.
Reviews invoices for compliance with corporate policies, duplicate payments and fraud control.
Verifies and/or determines all information needed by disbursement system for inclusion into corporate ledgers.
Enters data from invoices and payment requests into automated disbursement system.
Analyzes computer output to determine discrepancies and errors and initiates corrective action to ensure integrity of ledger systems.
Verifies that account balances are reported accurately and that reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis.
Allocates operating expenses and maintains accounting records; compiles data and prepares periodic reports as directed.
Ensures disbursements are made in accordance with vendor /corporate terms.
Researches inquiries from vendors, sales, and/or service personnel regarding payment status of issued checks; determines status and initiates replacement check process in accordance with established control procedures.
Reconciles accounting ledgers and other documents to supporting subsidiary systems and resolves discrepancies and informs appropriate personnel of inconsistencies.
Receives and deposits miscellaneous checks.
Researches non-coded checks to determine correct accounting detail and prepares audit schedules for use in internal and independent audits.
Assists management or senior staff in developing and maintaining job documentation and procedures and documents supporting the resolution of problems affecting reconciliations with other departments, employees and/or banks.
Researches and responds to inquiries concerning account status from vendors, members, and/or insureds.
Responds to questions/concerns relative to operating expense reports as requested.
Provides same day turnaround on rush documents.
May respond to customer, agent, and/or management inquiries regarding billing related issues, invoices, cash receipts, commission related payments, process premium refunds, etc.