Robert Half is partnering with a respected local educational organization to identify an Accounting Assistant to join its Business Office team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys combining accounting support, customer service, and administrative responsibilities in a collaborative environment. The Accounting Assistant will play a key role in supporting daily financial operations, processing transactions, maintaining records, assisting with accounts receivable activities, and providing exceptional service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Key Responsibilities Process and accurately record payments and financial transactions
Assist with accounts receivable activities, including invoice preparation, distribution, and tracking
Support student account maintenance, including payments, charges, adjustments, and account inquiries
Enter and maintain data within accounting and ERP systems, including Ellucian Colleague
Prepare receipts and maintain supporting transaction documentation
Assist with daily cash reconciliation, bank deposit preparation, and cash-handling activities
Review financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals
Maintain electronic and paper records in accordance with departmental procedures
Support business office operations through data entry, filing, scanning, and document management
Assist with special projects, audits, billing cycles, and semester-start business office activities
Provide professional customer service to students, faculty, staff, vendors, and visitors Qualifications Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred
1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, cashiering, or administrative support experience preferred
Strong data entry and organizational skills with a high level of accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Customer service experience is a plus
Experience with higher education systems or ERP platforms is preferred but not required Interested candidates with a background in accounting support, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, business office administration, or customer-facing financial operations are encouraged to apply. 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 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Create a Job Alert
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