Accounting Associate

SUMMARY 

Assists with various accounting duties within the Accounting Department, including but not limited to, accounts payable tasks, accounts receivable tasks, and other tasks/projects that may arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

•    Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed to learn and perform those duties.

•    Assist other accountants with monthly accounting tasks and/or projects.

•    Cross-train with other department personnel in order to serve as a back-up for acquisition support within the accounting function.

•    Assist with on-boarding and integration of newly acquired companies as needed.

•    Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing tasks.

•    Review and download employee expense reports; communicate with customers and vendors as needed.

•    Process all invoices into the computer system.

•    Maintain and reconcile company credit card accounts.

•    Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality with any information, especially when communicating with officers and senior managers within the company.

•    Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.

•    Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Associate's Degree in Accounting or another related field

Two (2) or more years of experience with accounting tasks

One (1) or more years of experience in the insurance industry or another related field

SKILLS 

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Basic knowledge of accounting terms

General knowledge of accounting principles

Good attention to detail

Deadline oriented; ability to be flexible regarding work schedule

Ability to follow procedures and maintain consistency

Ability to multitask and prioritize workload

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