Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily finance operations for a Contract position based in Norwood, Massachusetts. This onsite opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed transactional work and can keep accounting records accurate and organized in a fast-paced setting. The role focuses on invoice review, payroll-related entries, cash tracking, reporting support, and general administrative accounting tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Examine invoices for accuracy, coding, and supporting details before routing them for approval.
• Enter payroll-related figures into journal entry templates to help maintain accurate financial records.
• Maintain and update cash tracking spreadsheets in Excel to reflect current activity and balances.
• Review bill-back reporting and record key data into summary worksheets for internal tracking.
• Assist with preparing and processing check runs in a timely and accurate manner.
• Organize and file accounting documents so records remain accessible and audit-ready.
• Support both payable and receivable activities by entering data and verifying transaction details.
• Perform routine account review tasks to help identify discrepancies and ensure clean records.
• At least 2 years of experience in an accounts payable or closely related accounting support environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and basic bank reconciliation processes.
• Experience using QuickBooks or a comparable accounting system.
• Ability to code invoices accurately and manage high-volume data entry with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Excel for maintaining spreadsheets, summaries, and financial tracking documents.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal team members.
• Reliable organizational skills with the ability to handle onsite administrative and accounting support responsibilities.