Accounting Assistant

Baystate Interpreters, Inc.; Gardner (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Interpreters, Inc. is a Language Service Provider in Gardner, MA, seeking an in-office Accounting Assistant to support the Accounting Department and maintain accurate financial operations. The role focuses on daily, monthly, and annual accounting tasks and payroll-related processing.

Qualifications emphasize QuickBooks experience, solid accounting fundamentals, and strong organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• QuickBooks experience is required or strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong mathematical and research skills.
• Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Accounting Department with daily, monthly, and annual accounting procedures.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial and accounting records.
• Process bi-weekly payments for 1099 independent contractor vendors.
• Communicate with customers regarding account status, charges, payments, and discrepancies.
• Process payments and deposits.
• Prepare and process invoices and customer statements.
• Assist with accounts receivable and collections.
• Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial information.
• Provide general administrative support to the Accounting Department as needed.

Skills

QuickBooks

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Mathematics

Bookkeeping software

Independent work

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Accounting Assistant

Baystate Interpreters, Inc. is a Language Service Provider located in Gardner, MA, providing high-quality translation and interpretation services in more than 350 languages. We are currently seeking a full-time, in-office Accounting Assistant to support the Accounting Department and help maintain accurate and efficient financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Accounting Department with daily, monthly, and annual accounting procedures.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial and accounting records.
• Process bi-weekly payments for 1099 independent contractor vendors.
• Communicate with customers regarding account status, charges, payments, and discrepancies.
• Process payments and deposits.
• Prepare and process invoices and customer statements.
• Assist with accounts receivable and collections.
• Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial information.
• Provide general administrative support to the Accounting Department as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

QuickBooks experience required or strongly preferred. Willing to train.

Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and applicable financial regulations.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Strong mathematical and research skills.

Basic computer skills and familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting software.

Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Ability to analyze financial and other business data accurately and efficiently.

Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced office environment.

Benefits

Why Join Baystate Interpreters?

• Work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• Gain experience in the language services industry with opportunities for growth.
• Be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

This is an in-office position based in Gardner, MA.