Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations for a healthcare organization in Columbus, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling a range of accounting tasks in a fast-paced setting. The role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payment and billing activities, and helping ensure smooth day-to-day accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor payments accurately and in a timely manner while reviewing invoices for proper coding and documentation.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices, monitor incoming payments, and help resolve routine billing discrepancies.
• Perform regular bank account reconciliations to verify transactions and maintain accurate financial balances.
• Enter, update, and maintain accounting data in QuickBooks with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Review financial records for inconsistencies and communicate issues that may affect reporting or cash flow.
• Support month-end accounting activities by organizing records and assisting with account reviews.
• Maintain orderly documentation for payables, receivables, and related financial transactions for audit readiness.
• Experience supporting accounting operations with hands-on involvement in accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Proficiency using QuickBooks for data entry, transaction tracking, and financial record maintenance.
• Ability to complete bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience coding invoices and verifying supporting documentation before processing.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and standard financial procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams and external contacts.