Accounting Assistant PART TIME REMOTE

Professional Search Network; New York (NY); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Accounting Assistant to support its finance team. This temporary role offers flexible hours and hands-on experience in an agency finance environment. The ideal candidate will manage inbox workflows, assist with reconciliations, and maintain clear communication with team members. If you excel in organization and have a knack for finance, this position is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong organizational skills and effective follow-up abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting inboxes and vendor inquiries.
• Prepare monthly reconciliation materials and assist with expense reviews.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

G Suite Tools

Detail-oriented

Education

Experience in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Avid

Slack

Google Workspace

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $30.00/hr

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We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented temporary Part-Time Accounting Assistant to support our finance team. This role will be instrumental in helping manage inbox workflows, accounting system reviews, reconciliations, vendor follow-ups, and administrative support. The position is ideal for someone looking for flexible hours and hands-on experience in an agency finance environment.

This is a part time, temporary position, remote

· Monitor and manage accounting inboxes, including forwarding and responding to vendor inquiries (e.g., FastPay Advantage).

· Review, sort, and manage queues in Avid; handle exceptions/flags; assist in pre-payment reporting via Slack and reminder coordination for Google/Meta.

· Prepare monthly reconciliation materials by pulling documentation from Aqua, extracting reports from Advantage, and supporting the Rec Tracker.

· Assist with Amex expense review and reconciliation documentation.

· Participate in clean-up and special projects as assigned (e.g., invoice archiving, remit address verifications).

· Maintain clear and professional communication with coordinators and specialists.

· Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Previous experience or coursework in accounting or finance preferred.

· Exceptional organizational skills and a knack for follow-ups.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel basics and G Suite tools.

· Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

· Detail-oriented and proactive in seeking clarity where needed.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Media

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