Detail-Oriented Accounting Assistant | Full-Time

Ledgent; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client in North Carolina seeks an Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting tasks and maintain accurate records. You will verify and enter vendor invoices, manage documentation, and assist with reconciliations while supporting licensing renewals and expense processing.

Ideal candidates have prior accounting or finance exposure, strong organization, detail orientation, and proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing issues.

Responsibilities

• Organize, verify proper approval and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system, reconcile vendor statements, and monitor for duplicate and fraudulent invoices.
• Onboard new vendors, obtain W9s, and verify banking instructions.
• Record and organize documentation for all credit card transactions.
• Monitor the departmental email inbox; make decisions and take appropriate action.
• Prepare applications and renewals for professional licenses and ensure timely payment is made.
• Enter expense reimbursements into the accounting system.
• Prepare bank reconciliations for trust accounts.
• Respond to vendor inquiries.

Skills

Experience in accounting/finance

Organization & multitasking

Attention to detail & data entry

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Independent & team work

Problem solving

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client in North Carolina seeks an Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting tasks and maintain accurate records. You will verify and enter vendor invoices, manage documentation, and assist with reconciliations while supporting licensing renewals and expense processing.

Ideal candidates have prior accounting or finance exposure, strong organization, detail orientation, and proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office.