Accounting Assistant

Dexter & Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter & Company in Dallas, TX is seeking an entry-level Accounting Assistant to support accounts payable and receivable, reporting to the CFO, in a hybrid work setting.

You will gain hands-on training with an insurance industry CRM system and accounting software, develop strong Excel skills, and maintain strict confidentiality of financial data while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with hands-on training in an insurance industry CRM and accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support duties related to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions including processing check and EFT requests including invoice input, produce and distribute checks, upload bank data and respond to inquiries about vendor payments
• Analyze financial information in order to identify discrepancies
• Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely fashion
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data
• Interpret and apply accounting policies, rules, and regulations to all work in order to ensure compliance with company policies and accepted accounting practices
• Compile and prepare routine reports and summaries

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Verbal & written communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM system

Accounting software

Job description

Department: Accounting

Reports to: CFO

Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

ABOUT DEXTER & COMPANY

As Dallas' second oldest company and first insurance agency, it is Dexter & Company's mission to be a trailblazer in the insurance industry by eliminating one-size-fits-all insurance solutions while continuously putting our clients first with innovative insurance and risk solutions.

RESPONSIBILTIES

• Support duties related to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions which encompasses processing check and EFT requests including invoice input, produce and distribute checks, upload bank data and respond to inquiries about vendor payments
• Analyze financial information in order to identify discrepancies
• Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely fashion
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data
• Interpret and apply accounting policies, rules, and regulations to all work in order to ensure compliance with company policies and accepted accounting practices
• Compile and prepare routine reports and summaries

QUALIFICATIONS

• This is an entry level position with hands-on training utilizing an insurance industry specific customer relationship management system and accounting software.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Demonstrates an ability to manage a variety of priorities while meeting deadlines