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Accounting Assistant
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Columbia, South Carolina. This contract position involves supporting the accounting department with accounts payable tasks, reconciliation processes, and general administrative duties. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of basic accounting practices. <strong><u>The ideal candidate would have construction experience, AIA billing, and understanding job costs and chart of accounts </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process daily accounts payable entries while ensuring accurate documentation and reconciliation of vendor accounts.</p><p>• Reconcile credit card statements and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p>• Support the accounts receivable team with tasks such as contract closings, job information sheets, and pre-qualification processes.</p><p>• Assist with customer service responsibilities, including handling receivables, preparing statements, and updating customer information sheets.</p><p>• Manage invoice coding, processing, and check runs in a timely and efficient manner.</p><p>• Deliver messages with precision, ensuring all relevant details such as name, company, and request are accurately recorded.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth accounting operations and address any additional duties as assigned.</p>
• Proven experience in accounts payable processes, including invoice coding and processing.<br>• Proficiency in reconciliation tasks, including vendor accounts and credit card statements.<br>• Strong skills in Excel and Word, with the ability to utilize them effectively in daily tasks.<br>• Familiarity with foundational accounting practices; prior experience is highly preferred.<br>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accuracy in financial documentation.<br>• Ability to work collaboratively within a small accounting team.<br>• Strong communication skills to handle customer service and administrative responsibilities efficiently.
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  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 21.85 - 25.30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Columbia, South Carolina. This contract position involves supporting the accounting department with accounts payable tasks, reconciliation processes, and general administrative duties. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of basic accounting practices. <strong><u>The ideal candidate would have construction experience, AIA billing, and understanding job costs and chart of accounts </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process daily accounts payable entries while ensuring accurate documentation and reconciliation of vendor accounts.</p><p>• Reconcile credit card statements and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p>• Support the accounts receivable team with tasks such as contract closings, job information sheets, and pre-qualification processes.</p><p>• Assist with customer service responsibilities, including handling receivables, preparing statements, and updating customer information sheets.</p><p>• Manage invoice coding, processing, and check runs in a timely and efficient manner.</p><p>• Deliver messages with precision, ensuring all relevant details such as name, company, and request are accurately recorded.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth accounting operations and address any additional duties as assigned.</p>
  • 2025-12-04T16:54:16Z

Accounting Assistant Job in Columbia | Robert Half