Accounting AssistantRobert Half

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations in Muskegon, Michigan. This position is ideal for someone who brings practical experience in payables, receivables, and transactional accounting within a high-volume environment. The selected candidate will help keep records current, resolve account issues, and contribute to accurate month-end activities while working across internal teams and external contacts.

Responsibilities:

Manage invoice intake, verify supporting details, and coordinate timely payment processing for accounts payable transactions.

Record incoming payments, apply cash receipts accurately, and provide day-to-day support for accounts receivable functions.

Compare account activity against vendor and customer records to identify and correct discrepancies.

Investigate billing, invoice, and payment issues and follow through to resolution with the appropriate parties.

Maintain organized financial files and ensure accounting documentation is complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve.

Assist with closing tasks by preparing reconciliations and supporting the review of account balances.

Enter, update, and monitor accounting information within a large-scale enterprise software system.

Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments to address questions related to account status and transaction details.

Requirements At least 2 years of experience handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a combination of both.

Prior experience working in a large enterprise accounting or ERP system.

Ability to perform account, vendor, customer, or bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail.

Proficiency in data entry and invoice coding with a consistent focus on accuracy.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas for accounting support tasks.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve transactional issues.

Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with both internal teams and external contacts.

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