Jobs › Wayland, MA › Accounting Assistant Robert Half Accounting Assistant Wayland, MA Apply Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in Wayland, Massachusetts. This part-time opportunity is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays and is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling a range of accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will help maintain accurate records, support payment and billing activities, and contribute to smooth month-to-month financial processes.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices accurately, assign appropriate coding, and prepare payments in a timely manner.
- Manage customer billing activities, track incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances when needed.
- Reconcile bank statements and internal financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain current and accurate accounting data within QuickBooks, ensuring transactions are properly recorded.
- Assist with routine financial reporting and provide organized documentation to support accounting operations.
- Review financial records for completeness and accuracy while helping improve day-to-day administrative efficiency. Requirements
- Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Working knowledge of bank reconciliation procedures and general accounting practices.
- Proficiency using QuickBooks for transaction entry, tracking, and record maintenance.
- Ability to code invoices accurately and maintain organized financial documentation.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage recurring tasks reliably.
- Availability to work part-time on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently in a contract assignment.
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