Immediate opportunity for an Accountant for a 2-3 month contract in Middletown, Ohio. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management to support the financial operations of the organization. This position requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software systems such as QuickBooks and Plex. Responsibilities:• Record account numbers on invoices and input them into accounting systems like Plex or QuickBooks.• Process and issue checks, match them with invoices, and prepare payments for mailing after review.• Review vendor statements to confirm receipt and processing of all invoices.• Maintain updated vendor records, including address changes, payment terms, and W-9 documentation.• Generate and distribute accounts receivable invoices, working with the shipping department to ensure proper documentation.• Post daily cash receipts from lockboxes and deposit tickets, providing weekly reports on overdue accounts.• Process employee timecards, reconcile hours in Plex, and ensure payroll accuracy, including deductions and benefits.• Handle unscheduled payroll runs, such as bonuses, holiday pay, and vacation payouts, while processing payments for credit union contributions, 401k, union dues, and profit-sharing programs.

• High School Diploma and 3-5 years of payroll and accounting experience, or an Associate's Degree in a related field. • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Plex. • Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, legal procedures, and regulations. • Exceptional skills in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. • Advanced mathematical abilities, including calculations involving percentages, fractions, and decimals. • Capability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. • Previous experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple financial tasks effectively.

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Middletown, OH
onsite
Temporary
26.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
Immediate opportunity for an Accountant for a 2-3 month contract in Middletown, Ohio. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management to support the financial operations of the organization. This position requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software systems such as QuickBooks and Plex. Responsibilities:• Record account numbers on invoices and input them into accounting systems like Plex or QuickBooks.• Process and issue checks, match them with invoices, and prepare payments for mailing after review.• Review vendor statements to confirm receipt and processing of all invoices.• Maintain updated vendor records, including address changes, payment terms, and W-9 documentation.• Generate and distribute accounts receivable invoices, working with the shipping department to ensure proper documentation.• Post daily cash receipts from lockboxes and deposit tickets, providing weekly reports on overdue accounts.• Process employee timecards, reconcile hours in Plex, and ensure payroll accuracy, including deductions and benefits.• Handle unscheduled payroll runs, such as bonuses, holiday pay, and vacation payouts, while processing payments for credit union contributions, 401k, union dues, and profit-sharing programs.
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