Accounting Assistant (Xero) - ASAP

Overview

Remote position. This role provides accounting support by processing financial information in the client’s cloud-based accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial ledgers on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Process sales and purchase invoices
• Process bank transactions
• Prepare reclassification journals for revenue
• Record recurring, accrual, and payroll entries
• Support the Accounting SME with maintaining a clean and updated general ledger
• Perform account reconciliations and help resolve discrepancies
• Assist the Accounting SME and other team members as needed to meet department goals
• Prepare ad-hoc reports for management as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field of study
• 2–3 years of experience in Accounting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly detail-oriented
• Able to analyze financial records
• Self-motivated and independent
• Good time management skills; able to prioritize
• Self-driven and proactive nature
• Willingness to learn new tools and software
• Positive “Can Do” attitude
• Patient and active listener
• Passion for service

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification is a strong plus