Accounting Assistant

Role and Responsibilities

The Accounting Assistant reports to the Assistant Controller and is responsible for providing financial, administrative, purchasing, AP, and clerical assistance throughout all roles of the Accounting and Purchasing Departments.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Assisting the Accounting and Purchasing Departments with various tasks across the departments.
• Prompt and efficient data entry of AP invoices and purchase orders.
• Auditing invoices, statements, purchase orders, etc.
• Knowledge of Basic Accounting Principles.
• Obtaining and managing W-9s and Certificate of Insurances.
• Assisting with weekly check runs.
• Organizing and filing correspondence.
• Tracking subcontracting labor invoice costs.
• Assisting with vendor lien waivers.
• Other tasks and duties as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience as a bookkeeper, office manager, or in a related accounting function.

Preferred Skills

• Self-starter, attention to detail, and thoroughness.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft office, specifically Excel.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with employees and vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Additional Notes

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am 4:30pm; Early arrival and/or overtime may be necessary.

Arrow Electric Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.