Pawleys Island, South Carolina, United States Looking for Accounting Assistant (Part Time) at permanent Full Time

The Accounting Assistant plays a crucial role in
supporting our management team. This position is responsible for
performing various clerical and administrative tasks to ensure
accurate and efficient financial operations. Attention to detail,
organizational skills, and strong numerical aptitude will be essential
in this role.  This is a part-time position requiring at least 16
hours of work per week. The selected candidate will be required to
work on-site at our South Carolina office. The specific work hours and
days will be determined based on mutual availability and business
needs, with a focus on flexibility and work-life balance. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices, match
  purchase orders, and ensure timely and accurate payment processing.
  Track payments and follow up on outstanding balances.
• General
  Ledger Maintenance: Assist with maintaining the general ledger by
  posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate
  and up-to-date financial records.
• Data Entry and
  Documentation: Enter financial transactions into QBO, verify data
  accuracy, and maintain proper documentation. Prepare and maintain
  financial reports, spreadsheets, and other accounting records.
• Bank and Cash Management: Reconcile bank statements, monitor
  transactions, and assist with cash flow management.
• Expense
  Management: Review and verify employee expense reports, ensuring
  compliance with company policies. Process and reconcile employee
  reimbursements.
• Financial Analysis Support: Assist with
  financial analysis tasks, including budget preparation, variance
  analysis, and financial reporting. Compile data and generate reports
  for management review.
• Record Keeping and Filing: Maintain
  organized and accurate financial records. Ensure confidentiality and
  security of financial information.
• Audit and Compliance
  Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing
  necessary documentation and information. Ensure compliance with
  accounting principles, regulations, and company policies.
• Sales and Use Tax: Review, approve, and submit sales tax for
  payment.
• Vendor License Reconciliation: Update licenses
  purchased from multiple vendors with our clients’ agreements in
  ConnectWise Manage. Reconcile vendor invoices with product counts on
  agreements.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic understanding of bookkeeping practices and
  procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management
  skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Ability to
  research software application issues within vendors’ documentation.
• Ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential
  company information.

Educational/Previous
Experience Recommendations:

• High school diploma or
  equivalent required, with some bookkeeping coursework. 
• Associate degree in accounting, finance, or business-related
  field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience
  required.

Working Conditions:

· Normal
professional, office environment