About Role: The ideal
candidate for this position will be a skilled multi-tasker, reliable and
committed to consistently meeting deadlines. They must have excellent attention
to detail, be very comfortable with computers,
accounting software, accounting practices, and enjoy learning quickly. The
Accounting Assistant will work to complete tasks with principles, project
managers and the accounting team leads to support the growth and productivity
of the entire organization and its individual departments and teams. They must
have zero tolerance for gossip with a team first, servant-leader heart to help
the firm communicate and serve clients with excellence.
This position could be full- or part-time and the candidate typically will work remote from
home.
Responsibilities:
• Process and maintain AP, AR, invoicing, fixed assets and other accounting functions.
• Analyze transaction records to comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Assist in managing our day-to-day accounting and finance requirements including developing strong proficiency in the Zoho financial and project management suites.
• Update all databases and spreadsheets related to accounting.
• Identify and address discrepancies in all documentation.
• Receive and verify billing and requisitions on goods and services.
• Process and send bank deposits and invoices as instructed by accounting lead.
• Assist in preparing and submitting tax documentation to the proper legal institutions.
• Assist principles to track financial benchmark goals and key performance indicators.
• Work with team in development, maintenance and evolution of standard financial metrics.
• Assist principles in budget preparation and monthly forecasting and analysis.
• Assist with managing client communication to provide efficient aging processes and professional relationship development.
• Business administration assistance to principles and project managers in areas such as proposal writing, data analytics of project financials, invoicing, payment bond claim reports, supporting exhibit preparation and other project/client work.
Qualifications and Skills
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping procedures and best practices.
• Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency level in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and collaborative.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, be self-directed and prioritize your own workflow.
• Ability to understand and appropriately implement company policies and procedures.
• Manage details of multiple projects in an efficient and organized method.
• Maintain a good attitude and flexibility within a dynamic work environment.
Qualifications: Minimum bachelor’s degree in business field or equivalent with strengths in some or all the following: accounting, finance, math and data analysis. Note, we will also accept applicants who are within 12 months of completing their degree.
Desirable:
• Experience working in the commercial building industry is a plus.
• Proficiency in Camtasia Studio and Microsoft Publisher is a plus.
Compensation: Compensation is exceptional and commensurate with experience, knowledge, talent, work ethic, attitude and skill.
This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the group/department may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time.
Job Type: Full or Part-Time Position
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping procedures and best practices.
• Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency level in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and collaborative.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, be self-directed and prioritize your own workflow.
• Ability to understand and appropriately implement company policies and procedures.
• Manage details of multiple projects in an efficient and organized method.
• Maintain a good attitude and flexibility within a dynamic work environment.
Qualifications: Minimum bachelor’s degree in business field or equivalent with strengths in some or all the following: accounting, finance, math and data analysis. Note, we will also accept applicants who are within 12 months of completing their degree.
Desirable:
• Experience working in the commercial building industry is a plus.
• Proficiency in Camtasia Studio and Microsoft Publisher is a plus.
Compensation: Compensation is exceptional and commensurate with experience, knowledge, talent, work ethic, attitude and skill.
This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the group/department may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time.