Accounting Assistant

Salary: $19.00 to $24.00 hourly

Description

We are seeking a skilled Accounting Assistant to join our team based in Madison, Alabama. In this role, you will be accountable for a variety of tasks related to accounts receivable and licensing processes. This position also offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and efficient processing of customer credit applications
• Apply and post payments to customer accounts
• Monitor customer accounts and execute the necessary actions
• Act as a liaison in the licensing process involving city, county, contractors, and businesses
• Reconcile discrepancies in accounts and apply payments and credits where necessary
• Perform light General Ledger postings and journal entries
• Utilize accounting software Dynamics AX
• Minimal vendor contact, primarily focused on internal operations
  
  
  

Requirements

• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is a must for efficient workflow management.
• Familiarity with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning is required for systematic and integrated management of business processes.
• Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions is necessary to ensure accurate financial management.
• Experience with Accounts Receivable (AR) is essential to manage payments and reduce delinquency.
• Knowledge of Auditing techniques is necessary to ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in Bank Reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Understanding of Licensing procedures and regulations in the environmental sector is a plus.
• Experience with Dynamics AX is desirable but not required
• Ability to prepare Journal Entries to ensure accurate record keeping.
• Knowledge of General Ledger processes is required for maintaining financial records and transactions.
  
  
  

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