Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Assistant to join our growing team. You will play a vital role in our financial operations, ensuring accuracy in our records, and assisting the sales department with order processing and documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Accounts Receivable & Payable: Process invoices, follow up on outstanding payments, and ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time.
- Data Entry: Maintain and update financial records within our accounting software with high attention to detail.
- Reconciliation: Help reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions at the end of each month.
- Documentation: Organize and maintain physical and digital financial files for easy retrieval and audit readiness.
- Communication: Serve as a point of contact for customers regarding billing inquiries or payment discrepancies.
Qualifications
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar administrative role.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish): Must be fluent in both languages. This is essential for building relationships with our diverse customer base and communicating effectively with both business owners and company staff.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
- Detail-Oriented: A "sharp eye" for spotting errors in numbers and data.
- Reliability: Ability to handle sensitive financial information with total confidentiality and integrity.
- Industry Knowledge: (Plus) Experience in the food or bakery industry is a benefit, as you will understand our specific inventory and delivery cycles.