We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support accounting operations for a retail organization in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who is comfortable with accounting processes to complete assigned projects such as cleaning open deposits, making templates, setting up reports and accounts in QuickBooks. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with QuickBooks and Excel, along with practical knowledge of core accounting functions.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain accurate financial records by processing transactions, organizing bookkeeping data, and supporting daily accounting activities.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, ensuring invoices, payments, and outstanding balances are tracked correctly.
• Use QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions to review and refine existing entries, including resolving open deposit issues within the system.
• Create and update accounting templates, reports, account structures, and class tracking to improve reporting consistency.
• Assist with system-related bookkeeping projects, including preparing accounting data and configurations for QuickBooks Online setup.
• Generate Excel-based financial information and supporting documentation to help maintain organized and reliable records.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel in a bookkeeping or accounting support environment.
• Experience with core bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial record maintenance.
• Ability to identify errors, resolve inconsistencies, and keep accounting data accurate and up to date.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple bookkeeping priorities effectively.
• Previous experience in an accounting position is preferred.
If you are interested in being considered for this Accounting Assistant position and you have the appropriate background, please apply online via the Robert Half website or via the Robert Half app. After applying to this accounting/finance role, please CALL immediately at 412-471-5946 to confirm your application has been received! Ask for Carrie, Dan or Aimee and please reference Job #03760-0013449799 when calling!
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