Accounting Assistant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This is a contract position ideal for an organized individual with a strong background in accounting and administrative tasks. The role offers the opportunity to work in a small office environment with significant earning potential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter customer orders into the system accurately and efficiently, with training provided on the specific platform.<br>• Process invoices and manage billing activities to ensure timely and precise transactions.<br>• Conduct accounts receivable tasks, including tracking and reconciling payments.<br>• Perform purchasing-related activities to support the office's operations.<br>• Monitor and maintain accurate records by organizing and filing documents, which may involve physical tasks such as bending or using step stools.<br>• Collaborate with the warehouse team, requiring periodic trips to the warehouse for inventory or document management.<br>• Assist in managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced office setting.<br>• Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all aspects of daily work.<br>• Support the team by providing general administrative and clerical assistance as needed.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting or administrative role.<br>• Proficiency in handling accounts receivable and high-volume invoicing.<br>• Familiarity with order entry systems; training will be provided for specific platforms.<br>• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities.<br>• Ability to perform physical tasks such as bending, walking to the warehouse, and using step stools for filing purposes.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all tasks.<br>• Comfortable working in a small office environment with a collaborative team.<br>• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with colleagues and clients.
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- Lancaster, PA
- onsite
- Temporary
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28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This is a contract position ideal for an organized individual with a strong background in accounting and administrative tasks. The role offers the opportunity to work in a small office environment with significant earning potential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter customer orders into the system accurately and efficiently, with training provided on the specific platform.<br>• Process invoices and manage billing activities to ensure timely and precise transactions.<br>• Conduct accounts receivable tasks, including tracking and reconciling payments.<br>• Perform purchasing-related activities to support the office's operations.<br>• Monitor and maintain accurate records by organizing and filing documents, which may involve physical tasks such as bending or using step stools.<br>• Collaborate with the warehouse team, requiring periodic trips to the warehouse for inventory or document management.<br>• Assist in managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced office setting.<br>• Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all aspects of daily work.<br>• Support the team by providing general administrative and clerical assistance as needed.
- 2025-11-14T17:58:50Z