Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a team based in Silver Spring, Maryland. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling high-volume accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will contribute to accurate payment processing, record maintenance, and general accounting support while working with tools such as QuickBooks and Bill.

Responsibilities:

? Process vendor invoices accurately and enter payment details into accounting systems in a timely manner.? Support accounts payable activities by reviewing, coding, and preparing invoices for approval and payment.? Assist with accounts receivable tracking and maintain organized financial records for follow-up and reporting.? Perform data entry with a high level of accuracy while updating accounting information across internal files and platforms.? Use QuickBooks and Bill to manage transaction records, payment workflows, and supporting documentation.? Reconcile bank activity and help identify discrepancies by comparing statements with internal accounting records.? Maintain digital and physical filing systems to ensure financial documents are easy to retrieve and audit-ready.? Provide general administrative and accounting support to help keep daily finance operations running smoothly. ? Previous experience supporting accounting operations, including accounts payable processing and invoice entry. ? Working knowledge of accounts receivable functions and basic bank reconciliation practices. ? Proficiency with QuickBooks and Bill in a business accounting environment. ? Ability to code invoices correctly and maintain accurate financial records. ? Strong data entry skills with close attention to detail and consistency. ? Organized approach to filing, documentation, and task follow-through. ? Effective communication skills and the ability to work reliably in a contract-based role.