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Accounting Assistant
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in Iowa City, Iowa. This is a long-term contract position that offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to vendor management and financial operations. The ideal candidate will excel in communication, be detail-oriented, and possess strong technical skills to support day-to-day tasks effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with vendors to create and set up their accounts in a newly implemented client portal.<br>• Verify existing vendor information and collect required documentation, such as W-9 forms and bank account details.<br>• Review submitted documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy before approving account setups.<br>• Perform data entry tasks, generate reports, and format spreadsheets using Excel.<br>• Assist with processing e-vouchers, invoices, and reimbursements as necessary.<br>• Work within a shared inbox to manage communications and coordinate tasks with team members.<br>• Participate in remote training sessions conducted via Skype and Teams, adapting to screen-sharing methods.<br>• Take initiative to move projects forward while seeking clarification when needed.<br>• Support vendor compliance efforts and ensure vendor files are up-to-date.
<p>• Proficiency in basic Excel functions, including formatting spreadsheets and performing accurate data entry.</p><p>• Strong communication skills and experience collaborating within a team.</p><p>• Familiarity with vendor setup processes or supplier management is preferred.</p><p>• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple-step processes.</p><p>• Comfort with remote training methods, including video conferencing and screen sharing.</p><p>• Detail-oriented approach to verifying and processing documentation.</p><p>• Tech-savviness and ability to quickly learn new systems and software</p>
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  • Iowa City, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in Iowa City, Iowa. This is a long-term contract position that offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to vendor management and financial operations. The ideal candidate will excel in communication, be detail-oriented, and possess strong technical skills to support day-to-day tasks effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with vendors to create and set up their accounts in a newly implemented client portal.<br>• Verify existing vendor information and collect required documentation, such as W-9 forms and bank account details.<br>• Review submitted documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy before approving account setups.<br>• Perform data entry tasks, generate reports, and format spreadsheets using Excel.<br>• Assist with processing e-vouchers, invoices, and reimbursements as necessary.<br>• Work within a shared inbox to manage communications and coordinate tasks with team members.<br>• Participate in remote training sessions conducted via Skype and Teams, adapting to screen-sharing methods.<br>• Take initiative to move projects forward while seeking clarification when needed.<br>• Support vendor compliance efforts and ensure vendor files are up-to-date.
  • 2025-12-03T17:14:02Z

Accounting Assistant Job in Iowa City | Robert Half