Accounting Assistant Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant position in Tampa, Florida, involves handling administrative and accounting duties such as invoicing and data entry. Responsibilities include processing invoices, managing accounts payable and receivable, and utilizing accounting software systems. Proficiency in Great Plains and ADP, strong organizational skills, and previous construction industry experience are preferred. Robert Half is recruiting for this role, offering competitive compensation and benefits.
Job Description
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Tampa, Florida. In this role, you will handle a variety of administrative and accounting tasks, including invoicing, data entry, and front desk duties. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your organizational and financial expertise to a dynamic construction industry environment.
Responsibilities:
- Process and code invoices accurately, matching them to corresponding purchase orders.
- Perform data entry tasks to maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records.
- Assist with billing functions, including the preparation and review of invoices.
- Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes to ensure timely payments and collections.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, sorting and distributing as necessary.
- Answer and direct a low volume of phone calls, providing excellent customer service.
- Monitor cash activities and assist in reconciling financial transactions.
- Utilize accounting software systems, including Great Plains and ADP, to complete financial tasks.
- Support general front desk administrative duties as needed. Requirements
- Proficiency in accounting software systems such as Great Plains and ADP.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated experience with accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.
- Familiarity with billing functions and financial reconciliation tasks.
- Excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Previous experience in the construction or contractor industry is a plus.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
