Accounting Assistant

SUMMARY:

Norwest Contractors is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing lien releases, and handling essential administrative tasks. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health and efficiency of our operations, supporting both our internal team and external clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES other duties as assigned

· Accounts Receivable Management: Ensure timely and accurate processing of incoming payments, maintain detailed records, and resolve any discrepancies.

· Accounts Payable Management: Verify and process vendor invoices, ensure prompt payments, and maintain comprehensive records.

· Lien Release Handling: Prepare and file necessary documentation for lien releases, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

· Supply Ordering: Manage inventory levels of office supplies, place orders, and ensure timely replenishment to support daily operations.

· Mail Management: Oversee daily pickup and drop-off of mail, ensuring efficient distribution and handling of all correspondence.

· Bank Deposit Processing: Accurately record and process bank deposits, maintain financial records, and reconcile accounts.

· Record Storage Maintenance: Organize and securely store financial documents, ensuring easy retrieval and compliance with record-keeping policies.

JOB DUTIES

· Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

· Displays good communication skills.

· Respectfully takes direction from Supervisor.

· Proactive and accountable.

· Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

· High attention to detail and accuracy in managing financial data.

· Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employees or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· 3 years’ experience in QuickBooks experience (desktop or online)

· 3 years’ experience processing Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable

· Construction experience preferred but not required

· Associate degree or similar work experience equivalent required

LANGUAGE SKILLS

· Fluent in English

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Sitting 75% of the time

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Professional office environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Are you proficient with Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets?

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28