Accounting Assistant / Payment Posting Specialist

Job Description

Accounting Assistant | Jobility

The Tone:
This Accounting Assistant / Payment Posting Specialist role at Jobility supports the vital financial operations of our team. We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable individual who thrives on working with numbers and maintaining precise records. Your contributions will ensure accurate financial information and smooth payment processing, directly impacting our daily accounting and operational efficiency. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys analyzing financial data and supporting essential day-to-day operations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Mission: Ensures accurate financial records and efficient payment processing by managing daily accounting and financial operations.
• Team: Supports accounting management and personnel.
• Tech Stack: Spreadsheets, financial reports, multiple software systems, accounting software.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Support: Manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities for collection accounts.
• Payment Processing: Process and apply consumer payments and other financial transactions accurately.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Investigate and resolve discrepancies, unapplied funds, and account balance issues.
• Payment Monitoring: Monitor and resolve payment issues such as chargebacks, returned payments, and NSF transactions.
• Financial Reporting: Support month-end closing procedures, reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A strong understanding of basic accounting and bookkeeping principles is essential. An associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is preferred, encompassing accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking, payment processing, or similar financial operations.
• Skills: Strong data entry skills coupled with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy are essential. You will need excellent organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities are required for researching discrepancies and identifying errors within financial records. Furthermore, excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
• Bonus: Prior experience in general accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank and account reconciliations, payment posting or cash application, financial reporting, banking or financial services, accounting software, collection agency or revenue cycle management, or medical, legal, commercial, government, or consumer financial operations.