Job Description :
Position: Accounting Assistant
Location: Norwalk, CT
Job type: Fulltime
Job Description:
Position Overview:
We are seeking to hire an Accounting Assistant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting task. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.
Ideal candidate should be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail. The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition. This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long term success.
Principal Responsibilities:
Prepare, reconcile & maintain account analysis for general ledger accounts including accruals, prepaid accounts, and clearing accounts
Timely and accurate entry of Accounts Payable invoices. Collection of department approvals as required
Timely and accurate entry of Accounts Receivable invoices
Respond to vendor and customer inquiries
Audit and process corporate credit card bills
Create, track and maintain fixed asset schedule along with depreciation calculation
Manage collections and daily bank reconciliation and journal entries.
Review corporate expense reimbursement submissions and submit timely for inclusion in payroll
Assist Accounting Manager in preparation of year-end audit schedules
Financial analysis and reporting
Assist with other projects as needed
Required Skills:
3-5 years of Accounting experience preferably in a professional services organization
Experience with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Sense of urgency, great attention to details and ability to quickly shift gears without losing focus.
Excellent communication skills (in person, on the phone and via email)
Desired Skills:
Good time management
Ability to multi-task
Experience with Salesforce
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.