Accounting Assistant

Kelly; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join the Finance team and support the accounting, administrative, and financial operations. This role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and reliable handling of financial records.

Responsibilities include AP/AR processing, general ledger assistance, financial reporting, and cross-functional support. You will help with reconciliations, data entry, and preparing monthly to annual reports while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, etc.).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Finance Department.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processing.
• Support routine accounting functions, reconciliations, data entry, and financial reporting.
• Assist with General Ledger activities as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and confidential financial records.
• Prepare and format monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentation materials.
• Compile supporting schedules and documentation for management reporting.
• Provide administrative support to Human Resources as needed.
• Maintain organized departmental records and documentation.
• Assist with Finance Department projects and process improvements.
• Provide occasional operational support, including shipping or packaging products.
• Learn company systems and processes and assist across the organization as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their Finance team and provide support across accounting, administrative, and financial operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a variety of finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Finance Department.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processing.
• Support routine accounting functions, reconciliations, data entry, and financial reporting.
• Assist with General Ledger activities as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and confidential financial records.
• Prepare and format monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentation materials.
• Compile supporting schedules and documentation for management reporting.Provide administrative support to Human Resources as needed.
• Maintain organized departmental records and documentation.
• Assist with Finance Department projects and process improvements.
• Provide occasional operational support, including shipping or packaging products.
• Learn company systems and processes and assist across the organization as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy.
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Self-motivated, dependable, adaptable, and eager to learn.

If you're looking for an opportunity to build your accounting experience while contributing to a collaborative Finance team, we'd love to hear from you!