Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in Madison Heights, Michigan on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports daily accounting operations with a strong emphasis on receivables, payment posting, and customer account follow-up. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and confident communicating with customers and internal partners to resolve account issues efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee customer receivable balances by reviewing open invoices and following up to encourage prompt payment.
• Research billing questions, payment variances, and account concerns, then work with the appropriate parties to bring issues to resolution.
• Reconcile customer ledgers and help maintain accurate aging information for outstanding balances.
• Record incoming payments, apply cash receipts correctly, and ensure account activity is reflected accurately in the accounting system.
• Track collection efforts, document outreach, and elevate overdue accounts when additional action is required.
• Partner with customers and cross-functional teams to address invoice-related matters and support timely resolution.
• Contribute to month-end accounting activities by assisting with reconciliations, journal entries, and related financial tasks.
• Provide backup support for accounts payable, reporting needs, audits, and other ongoing accounting projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of accounting experience, including hands-on work with accounts receivable and collections.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Working knowledge of invoicing, cash application, account reconciliation, and collections processes.
• Experience using accounting software, including Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar systems.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and basic reporting functions.
• Ability to perform bank reconciliations, code invoices, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to handle account discussions professionally.
• Proven ability to manage priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$24.00-$27.00 Hourly

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