Accounting Assistant

AceTex Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AceTex Group in Detroit is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support the finance team with accurate financial records, posting journals, reconciling ledgers, and processing accounts payable and receivable.

You will assist with month-end close, expense reports, and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards while collaborating with colleagues in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (vlookups & pivot tables) and accounting software (e.g., Dynamics, PowerBI).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and posting journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including following up on past due invoices.
• Process employee expense reports and company credit card reconciliations.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Perform other administrative and accounting tasks as assigned.

Skills

Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Accounting software (Dynamics, PowerBI

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Communication and teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Dynamics ERP

PowerBI

Job description

Position Summary

The Accounting Assistant supports the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, assisting with month-end closing activities, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. This role plays a key part in day-to-day accounting functions and contributes to the overall financial health of the organization.

• Assist in preparing and posting journal entries
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including following up on past due invoices.
• Process employee expense reports and company credit card reconciliations
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Perform other administrative and accounting tasks as assigned

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and posting journal entries
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including following up on past due invoices.
• Process employee expense reports and company credit card reconciliations
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Perform other administrative and accounting tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (vlookups & pivot tables) and accounting software (e.g., Dynamics, PowerBI)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing or service-based business environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Willingness for skill development and learning in Microsoft excel and accounting knowledge.
• US customs and border experience a plus.