Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Accounting Assistant | Jobot

The Tone:
This is a hybrid role at Jobot, located in Austin, TX. Jobot is recruiting for its client, a global supply chain and electronic components company specializing in sourcing, procurement, inventory management, and distribution solutions for leading manufacturers and OEMs worldwide. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring efficient payment processes, and supporting the overall accounting operations of the client company.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Hybrid, Austin, TX
• Pay: $50000–$65000 yearly
• Team: Accounting team
• Mission: Owns the accurate management of accounts payable, receivable, and payroll support to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Tech Stack: ERP system, accounting system

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Payable Management: Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice entry, vendor communication, and payment processing.
• Month-End Support: Support month-end close activities by preparing reconciliations and assisting with balance sheet account analysis.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of vendor invoices and ensure all transactions are properly recorded within the ERP system.
• Payment Processing: Process diverse payments to vendors and employees through methods like ACH, wire transfers, checks, and credit cards.
• Receivable Application: Apply and post incoming customer and supplier payments within the accounting system.

The Must-Haves
• Background: 4-year college degree in Accounting. Introductory knowledge in operational accounting.
• Experience: 1+ years of experience in Operational or Financial Accounting (AR, AP, etc.).
• Skills: Accounts payable processing, payment processing, reconciliations, AR/AP aging report monitoring, payroll processing assistance, expense report review, corporate credit card transaction reconciliation.