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Finance Assistant Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced part time finance professional to work with our financial team. The Financial Assistant is responsible for day-to-day financial administration across the organization. This will involve providing support with various tasks including Payroll, Sage 50 transactions and the preparation of all supplier payments and staff expenses. The financial Assistant handles serves as the lead of all accounts receivable functions and will regularly interface with staff, interns and our clients.
Finance Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
Post daily transactions in QuickBooks, and updating financial spreadsheets.
Check and scrutinize invoices for accuracy.
Generate regular reports with accounting software.
Set client fees and adjust fees as needed.
Create, send, and follow up on invoices
Review and observe department budgets
Assist with the collection and management of client account balances.
Investigate and resolve any client account discrepancies.
Assist interns in transferring and/or closing client files.
Report any disconcerting discoveries or suspicion of wrongdoing to the proper authorities.
Prepare monthly statements and invoices to vendors.
Answers questions and provide assistance to stakeholders, customers, and clients as requested.
Verify daily credit card reports against merchant and receipts.
Assist staff Accountant in preparation of annual Audit.
Process and reconcile bank deposits.
Attend finance department and company-wide meetings.
Assist with financial reporting to managers and senior executives.
Finance Assistant Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s in Accounting or equivalent experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and QuickBooks.
One year of customer service experience minimum.
Familiarity with business principles and practices.
Superior attention to detail.
Organizational, planning skills and problem-solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding understanding of GAAP rules and regulations.
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