Accounting Assistant: Payments & Ledger Support

Brown & Riding; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Riding seeks an accounting support professional to manage deposits, disbursements, and AP ageing. You will issue checks, post payments, and update ledgers while coordinating with clients and vendors. The role requires strong time management, communication skills, and adherence to basic accounting principles.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree, proficiency with bookkeeping software, and a professional, ethical approach. Some flexibility in schedule is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field with work experience.
• Proficiency with computers and bookkeeping software.
• Exceptional time management, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles.
• Professional manner and strong ethical code.
• Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive.
• Committed to working efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to be flexible in work schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage deposits and disbursements on all accounts.
• Run accounts payable ageing reports to determine payment timing.
• Interact with internal and external individuals to gather information and resolve problems.
• Perform basic office tasks such as filing, data entry, answering phones, and mail processing.
• Assist in handling communications with clients and vendors via phone, email, and in-person.
• Process transactions, issue checks, and update ledgers.
• Post customer checks, vendor payments, and ACH payments.
• Monitor vendor statements, wire transfer requests, and other transactions.
• Support the financial department, other assistants, and the accounting manager as needed.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with Senior Accountant, Controller and CFO on additional projects.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ethical standards

Multitasking

Adaptability

Professional demeanor

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Bookkeeping software

Job description

Brown & Riding seeks an accounting support professional to manage deposits, disbursements, and AP ageing. You will issue checks, post payments, and update ledgers while coordinating with clients and vendors. The role requires strong time management, communication skills, and adherence to basic accounting principles.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree, proficiency with bookkeeping software, and a professional, ethical approach. Some flexibility in schedule is expected.