Accounting Assistant

We are looking for a part time Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for an agriculture-focused organization in Fresno, California. This contract position with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing both payables and receivables in a fast-paced environment. The right candidate will contribute to accurate recordkeeping, timely reconciliations, and smooth coordination of routine accounting activities using QuickBooks and Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices accurately, assign appropriate coding, and help ensure payments are completed within established timelines.

• Record incoming customer payments, track outstanding balances, and assist with maintaining current accounts receivable records.

• Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts, credit card activity, and other balance sheet accounts to support accurate financial reporting.

• Maintain organized vendor documentation and update account records to keep financial information complete and accessible.

• Assist with reviewing account activity, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues through timely follow-up and research.

• Use QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel to enter transactions, prepare supporting schedules, and monitor routine accounting data.

• Support general accounting operations by helping keep financial records accurate, consistent, and ready for internal review.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in an accounting support or accounting assistant role.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoice coding.
• Proven ability to complete bank, account, and credit card reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks for daily transaction processing and financial record maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for organizing data, tracking activity, and supporting reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Compensation

$22.80-$26.40 Hourly

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