We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support daily financial and administrative tasks for a legal organization in Pennsylvania. This is a long-term contract opportunity suited to an entry-level candidate who is eager to build hands-on accounting experience in a structured weekday schedule. The role focuses on high-volume support work, including inbox monitoring, invoice handling, report review, and accurate financial data processing.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and manage the finance email inbox, ensuring requests and documents are routed or addressed promptly<br>• Process incoming invoices and enter billing information into the appropriate records with a high level of accuracy<br>• Assist with accounts payable activities by organizing documentation and preparing items for payment processing<br>• Support accounts receivable tasks through data updates, record maintenance, and follow-up on financial information<br>• Examine reports and transaction details to help identify missing information or discrepancies<br>• Perform routine data entry and maintain organized financial records for accounting operations<br>• Provide general administrative support to the finance function, including handling repetitive transactional tasks efficiently<br>• Work closely with the team during standard Monday through Friday business hours to help maintain smooth daily accounting workflows
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk to join our team. This position will support the accounting department with day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, data entry, reconciliations, and administrative accounting functions. The ideal candidate is dependable, accurate, and eager to grow within an accounting and finance environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process accounts payable invoices and assist with vendor payments</li><li>Apply customer payments and support accounts receivable activities</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Enter accounting data into the ERP/accounting system</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes</li><li>Prepare deposits and process credit card transactions</li><li>Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, and account balances</li><li>Generate reports for management as needed</li><li>Support the accounting team with administrative and special project work</li></ul><p><br></p>