Accounting Assistant: AR/AP, Payroll & Financial Support

Putnam Plastics Corporation; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Putnam Plastics Corporation in Dayville, CT is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support AR, AP, payroll, and general ledger activities within the Finance department. This role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma with experience in accounting, proficiency in Excel and a financial accounting system, and strong data-entry skills. This is an on-site position with full benefits.

Qualifications

• : High School Diploma plus four years of accounting experience (A/R and A/P) required.
• : Experience with a financial accounting system and strong computing skills.
• : Proficient in Excel and 10-key by touch.

Responsibilities

• : Perform accounts receivable activities including recording customer payments, researching and applying unallocated amounts, and collection efforts.
• : Perform accounts payable and purchasing activities including coding invoices and 1099s.
• : Complete month-end and year-end close tasks and reconciliations.
• : Provide payroll entry support and related reporting.
• : Assist with financial analysis and maintenance of retention files.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Payroll

Excel

Financial Software

10-key by touch

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Putnam Plastics Corporation in Dayville, CT is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support AR, AP, payroll, and general ledger activities within the Finance department. This role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma with experience in accounting, proficiency in Excel and a financial accounting system, and strong data-entry skills. This is an on-site position with full benefits.