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Robert Half
Accounting Assistant
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$52,656 / year median in Massachusetts
-3% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support both the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions for our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to the day-to-day success of the accounting department.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts PayableMatch invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentsEnter and process vendor invoices accurately and timelyAssist with vendor payment processingResearch and resolve invoice discrepanciesMaintain organized AP records and documentationAccounts ReceivableGenerate and distribute customer invoicesApply customer payments and reconcile accountsMonitor outstanding balances and assist with collections activitiesInvestigate and resolve billing discrepanciesMaintain accurate customer account recordsAdditional ResponsibilitiesAssist with account reconciliationsEnter and maintain financial data within the accounting systemRespond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices and paymentsPerform general administrative and accounting support duties as needed
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts PayableMatch invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentsEnter and process vendor invoices accurately and timelyAssist with vendor payment processingResearch and resolve invoice discrepanciesMaintain organized AP records and documentationAccounts ReceivableGenerate and distribute customer invoicesApply customer payments and reconcile accountsMonitor outstanding balances and assist with collections activitiesInvestigate and resolve billing discrepanciesMaintain accurate customer account recordsAdditional ResponsibilitiesAssist with account reconciliationsEnter and maintain financial data within the accounting systemRespond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices and paymentsPerform general administrative and accounting support duties as needed