Accounting Associate

Diakon Logistics, Inc.; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Diakon Logistics, Inc. in Warrenton, VA is seeking an Accounting Associate for an in-office, entry-level role focused on learning AP and AR cycles with guidance from the Controller.

You will process invoices, run weekly checks, reconcile vendor statements, and manage customer payments while collaborating with staff across departments. Strong Excel and Sage skills are valued; 0–2 years’ experience is acceptable, with growth into broader accounting duties.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent coursework/experience; 0–2 years of professional experience.
• Exposure to billing or invoicing is a plus.
• Willingness to learn Sage accounting software; prior exposure is a plus.
• Able to identify and correct financial discrepancies.
• Organized and reliable about meeting deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and the rest of MS Office.
• Communicates clearly in writing and in person.
• Detail-oriented, with a can-do attitude on a team and working independently.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into broader accounting responsibilities.
• Enjoys collaborating with the accounting team and colleagues across the company.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Process weekly check runs.
• Respond to vendor inquiries about invoice and payment status.
• Reconcile vendor statements.
• Prepare, review, and submit daily/weekly invoices.
• Data entry into accounts receivable system.
• Apply customer payments and remittance advices to open invoices.
• Submit invoices through customer billing portals as required.
• Reconcile payments to pending Accounts Receivables.
• Collaborate with other departments to complete accurate records and provide accounting support.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller, with training and support provided.

Skills

Excel

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage

Job description

Accounting Associate

Company Profile:

Diakon Logistics provides white-glove, last-mile delivery solutions for the most reputable furniture and appliance retailers in the country. Come join our growing company.

This is an entry-level role designed for someone starting their accounting career. You will learn our AP and AR cycles end to end with direct guidance from the Controller. Success in this role means enjoying a small office environment, interacting comfortably with staff at all levels, staying flexible and resourceful, and handling sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.

Job Description:

Accounts Payable

• Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Process weekly check runs.
• Respond to vendor inquiries about invoice and payment status.
• Reconcile vendor statements.

Accounts Receivable

• Prepare, review, and submit daily/weekly invoices.
• Data entry into accounts receivable system.
• Apply customer payments and remittance advices to open invoices.
• Submit invoices through customer billing portals as required.
• Reconcile payments to pending Accounts Receivables.

General

• Collaborate with other departments to complete accurate records and provide accounting support.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller, with training and support provided.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent coursework/experience; 0–2 years of professional experience.
• Exposure to billing or invoicing is a plus.
• Willingness to learn Sage accounting software; prior exposure is a plus.
• Able to identify and correct financial discrepancies.
• Organized and reliable about meeting deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and the rest of MS Office.
• Communicates clearly in writing and in person.
• Detail-oriented, with a can-do attitude on a team and working independently.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into broader accounting responsibilities.
• Enjoys collaborating with the accounting team and colleagues across the company.

Job Type: Full-time. This is an in-office position in Warrenton, VA.

Hourly Rate: $20-23/hour DOE; plus benefits

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Diakon Logistics offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, to include health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with match, and paid vacation and holidays.