Accounting Assistant

Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day administrative and accounting operations of our client's corporate office in Cerritos, California. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records organized, handling office support tasks, and assisting a busy accounting team with accuracy and efficiency. The role combines clerical coordination, document management, deposit preparation, and accounts payable support in an organized office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail by collecting, sorting, opening, and distributing correspondence throughout the office.
• Review received checks, identify the appropriate entity, and document the information accurately for processing and tracking.
• Prepare and organize bank deposits for remote deposit capture and enter related deposit details into internal spreadsheets.
• Coordinate shipping activity, including arranging and tracking FedEx packages as needed.
• Scan accounting and administrative documents, confirm image quality, and ensure complete records are captured.
• Provide support to the accounts payable function through invoice copying, scanning, filing, and expense report documentation.
• Create and format letters, reports, and other written materials requested by accounting leadership and office staff.
• Maintain orderly department files, archive year-end accounting records for storage, and assist with additional administrative projects as assigned. Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of experience in an office or administrative support setting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word at an intermediate level.
• Experience supporting accounting processes such as accounts payable, invoice handling, expense reports, or bank deposits is preferred.
• Ability to organize files, manage documents, and perform detailed data entry with accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and a dependable approach to supporting multiple team members and priorities.

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