Accounting Technician

SDI International; United States; Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A financial services company in the United States is seeking an Accounting Technician to manage a diverse financial portfolio including general, trust fund, and professorship accounts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This role involves maintaining accurate accounting records and preparing financial reports, making it essential for candidates to pay close attention to detail and work collaboratively within a team.

Qualifikationen

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Aufgaben

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of accounts including general accounts and trust funds.
• Maintain accounting records with high accuracy.
• Prepare and generate financial reports for managers and faculty.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Ausbildung

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Financial accounting systems

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounting Technician to join our team. This position will work in a collaborative environment alongside three team members and will be responsible for the management and oversight of a diverse financial portfolio, including general accounts, trust fund accounts, and professorship accounts.

This role serves as a key point of contact for financial inquiries and provides support in resolving accounting issues for management and principal investigators. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, critical thinking skills, and effective communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of accounts, including general accounts, trust funds, and professorship accounts
• Maintain accounting records of moderate to considerable complexity with a high degree of accuracy
• Reconcile monthly statements from various accounting systems and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and generate financial reports for administrative managers and faculty
• Serve as the primary contact for financial inquiries from management and principal investigators
• Research and resolve financial discrepancies and accounting issues
• Analyze financial data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Interpret and apply relevant financial policies, procedures, and regulations
• Assist with audits and special projects as assigned
• Contribute to process improvements and internal controls

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office software

Preferred:

• Prior internship or entry-level accounting experience
• Experience working with financial or enterprise accounting systems
• Experience in higher education or research-related accounting environments
• Analytical thinking and data accuracy
• Critical thinking and sound judgment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team