Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant 10146

The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for supporting all internal and external accounts receivable functions. Support and manage communication between the Customer Happiness and Finance teams as it relates to order returns and refunds. Provide AR support to the Finance team. Provide AP support to the Lead AP Clerk and Finance Team. Provide General Ledger support to the Accounting Manager.

Main Accountabilities & Activities

Responsible for daily retrieval, posting and reconciliation of AR payments from External platforms for both US and Canada.

Responsible for daily retrieval, posting and reconciliation of AR banking activity for both US and Canada.

Generates, reviews and submits weekly aging reports for both US and Canada

Responsible for weekly AR cash reconciliations for all AR bank accounts in both US and Canada.

Responsible for AR month-end close journal entries and other related month-end worksheets

Responsible for all customer and consultant requests related to AR invoices, refunds and returns.

Assists Lead AP Clerk with AP invoice retrieval, entry, coding and payment processing.

Assists Sr Staff Accountant with B/S account reconciliations.

Coordinates with the Accounting Manager and Chief of Finance on outstanding AR issues, month-end close tasks and concerns, and provides process updates as needed.

Collaborates with the Accounting Manager, Chief of Finance and Sr Staff Accountant on Finance supporting documentation, reports and other monthly closing responsibilities. Know-How & Competencies

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including TEAMS and Outlook

Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills highly preferred

2 - 3 years Accounting experience; A/R and G/L experience is a plus

Knowledge of SAP By Design is a plus.

Retail or Consumer Products company experience is a plus.

Ability to communicate in a professional manner in person and via phone or email Behavioral Competencies

Self-starter and organized and good time management skills

Able to prioritize workload based on current needs of the organization and department

Strong planner and multitasker

Recognizes when to escalate issues

Good team player; ability to be flexible

Ability to work with other departments on collaborative projects and issues.