Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Accounting Assistant in the construction/contractor industry, located in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23323, United States. As an Accounting Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments, and managing accounting tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Handle multi-tasking duties, including reception tasks and accounting responsibilities

• Accurately enter and manage payables in the AP module

• Ensure timely and accurate receipt, invoicing, and import of Purchasing and Service Management A/P invoices

• Oversee the verification and generation of AP invoice for temporary laborer’s time sheet

• Record and process overhead, fleet, and other miscellaneous expenses for payment

• Set up and maintain vendor profiles

• Monitor and respond to emails received by AP group email

• Reconcile vendor statements on a monthly basis and maintain various reports and spreadsheets for management review

• Review AP aging and generate weekly payable check run

• Track overhead expenses and record vendor auto draft payments

• Distribute monthly corporate credit card statements and expense reports

• Properly code and enter credit card expense reports ensuring all receipts have been submitted and sales tax has been accounted for

• Address and respond to all vendor inquiries in a timely manner

• Maintain fleet information including driver assignments, registration renewals, WEX cards, and EZ pass

• Scan and link all invoices using TimberScan

• Maintain and replenish petty cash box and process cash reimbursements and checks as needed

• Record and enter cash receipts received via direct deposit ACH, credit card, and mail

• Review AR aging weekly and contact customers regarding outstanding invoices

• Manage end of month reconciliations for AP and AR and conduct end of month overhead expense audit. Requirements • Must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in an Accounting Assistant role or similar

• Proficiency in performing accounting functions

• Demonstrable experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Familiarity with auditing procedures is required

• Adept at performing bank reconciliations

• Must have a strong understanding of general accounting principles

• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

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