Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Accounting Assistant | RIDGEVIEW

The Tone:
This is an immediate, full-time opening for an Accounting Assistant at Ridgeview, a highly respected not-for-profit community mental health center situated in Oak Ridge, TN. Ridgeview is proud to be recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, an honor reflecting the collaborative spirit and commitment of its staff who embody the “One Ridgeview” philosophy. This critical role directly supports the organization’s essential financial and administrative operations, ensuring the smooth functioning required to deliver on Ridgeview’s profound mission of HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY, where “life’s complexities are met with hope.” The Accounting Assistant will be an integral part of a team that finds genuine job satisfaction through strong relationships and the significant impact they make on improving people’s lives.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Weekdays, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Location: In-person, Oak Ridge, TN
• Mission: This person ensures accurate financial processing and reporting, providing critical administrative support to maintain the organization’s financial health and efficient operations.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Word, 10-key calculator

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Processing: Accurately process all incoming payments and receipts, maintaining precise records for financial transactions.
• Accounts Payable Management: Actively assist with the full scope of accounts payable operations, ensuring timely and correct vendor payments.
• Payroll Verification: Review and verify payroll timesheets for accuracy, contributing to efficient and error-free payroll processing.
• Account Reconciliation: Provide essential assistance with various account reconciliations to ensure the integrity and balance of financial records.
• Reporting & Compliance: Contribute to critical reporting and compliance tasks, including the preparation of required financial reports and payroll schedules.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, complemented by a solid foundational knowledge in accounting-related principles and practices.
• Experience: Possess at least 3 years of experience in an accounting-related role, with a strong preference for candidates who have specific experience in Accounts Payable functions.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and Word, adeptness with a 10-key calculator, and proven solid organizational abilities are essential for this role.