What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at Norrell Construction Management Inc?
JOB DETAILS
Position Title
Accounting Assistant
Location
Clute, TX
Functionally Reports into
Controller
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
JOB OBJECTIVE
In the role of Accounting Assistant, you will be essential in maintaining accurate financial records and providing administrative assistance to ensure smooth office operations. Reporting to the Financial Controller you will utilize your core skills in accounting and customer service while leveraging premium skills in Spectrum and office management. Your organizational abilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office will support effective data entry, filing, and calendar management.
Join our team to contribute to a well-organized and efficient workplace, where your attention to detail and clerical experience will be highly valued.
REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE
- Fundamental Accounting Knowledge
- Must have experience in Word, Excel, Outlook, Open invoice, QuickBooks.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite - particularly MS Excel.
- Experience in corporate finance and financial analysis
- Cash Postings: Ability to accurately process and record cash transactions.
- Basic Accounts Payable (AP) Entry: Entering and managing accounts payable transactions.
- Bank Reconciliation: Reconciling statements with accounting records.
- Journal Entries: Skilled in preparing and posting journal entries to general ledger.
- Must have a valid Driver's License.
- Must pass drug and background check.
- Protects the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
- Posts customer payments by recording cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Tracks revenues by verifying and entering transactions from the lockbox and local deposits.
- Resolves valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.
- Resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, and credit lines.
- Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
- Responsible for accounting within the company and communicating with the head office
- Responsible for contacting banks and handling company bank account issues, related transfers, payments and other issues
- Assist with general ledger reconciliation and ensure accuracy of financial data
- Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts
- Conduct financial analysis and provide improvement suggestions
- Assist with the preparation of tax returns and other regulatory documents
- Work with internal teams to collect financial information and assist in the decision-making process and others
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & CAPABILITIES
- High level of intellectual ability.
- Shares expertise with others.
- Demonstrate commitment to Safety Standards.
- Displays willingness to make decisions.
- Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
- Makes timely decisions.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
- Communicates changes effectively.
- Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
- Adapts to changes in work environment.
- Balances team and individual responsibilities.
- Uses time efficiently.
- Prioritizes and plans work activities.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Accounting, finance or related education (Preferred)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Employee will be required to adhere to standing, and walking
- Will talk and hear to communicate.
- May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Norrell Construction is required.
Norrell Construction, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.