Accounting Assistant/Clerk

Confidential Jobs; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance organization in Vandalia, Ohio, seeks an Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist to manage day-to-day accounting tasks, including invoice processing and reconciliations. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in accounting or related internships and must be proficient in accounting systems. Join us to help maintain accurate financial records and support audits in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in accounting/AP/AR/bookkeeping or related internships.
• Proficiency in an accounting/ERP system required.
• Knowledge of GAAP basics and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Perform reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts.
• Assist in reporting and audit compliance.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Accounting/ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Be the engine that keeps our numbers tight and our business moving. You’ll own day-to-day AP/AR, nail reconciliations, and keep our books audit-ready—while learning fast, partnering cross-functionally, and leveling up your finance career.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Enter/code invoices, 3-way match (PO/receipts/invoice), route approvals, prep payment runs, resolve discrepancies.
• Accounts Receivable: Create/send invoices, post cash, monitor aging, support collections follow-up.
• Transaction Entry: Post invoices, receipts, and journals with complete documentation and correct GL/Cost Center coding.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank and credit card accounts; research variances and close items quickly.
• Expense Reports: Review for policy compliance, proper coding, and timely reimbursement.
• General Ledger: Maintain/reconcile GL accounts; assist with routine accruals and prepaids.
• Reporting Support: Assist with P&L, balance sheet, cash-flow snapshots, and schedules.
• Audit & Compliance: Keep organized digital/physical files; support audits; follow GAAP and internal controls.
• Budget Assist: Enter budgets, track spend vs. plan, and maintain backup.
• Partner Up: Work with Purchasing, Operations, and HR to resolve invoice/receipt/approval issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in accounting/AP/AR/bookkeeping or internships/co-op showing practical skills.
• Proficiency with an accounting/ERP system
• Working knowledge of GAAP basics; high accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
• Clear written/verbal communication and professional vendor/customer etiquette.
• High integrity and confidentiality with financial data; dependable attendance.
• Month-end close exposure and audit support experience.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us keep the numbers—and the business—running at peak performance.