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Columbus State University · 10 hours ago

Accounting Assistant

Columbus, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$33K/yr - $35K/yr

1+ years exp

Columbus State University is a prominent institution that fosters creativity and problem-solving among its students. The Accounting Assistant position provides essential support to the Accounts Payable section, ensuring accurate financial recordkeeping and efficient processing of transactions. This role involves managing payments, maintaining financial records, and delivering customer support within the finance department.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Assistant supports the finance department by performing daily accounting and administrative tasks

This role helps ensure accurate financial recordkeeping, timely processing of transactions, and overall efficiency within the accounting function

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with numbers and financial software

Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, manage payment schedules, and maintain AP files

Enter financial transactions into accounting software and maintain organized, up-to-date financial records

Organize and maintain digital and physical financial files for audits and internal reviews

Provide general administrative support such as filing, document preparation, and communication with suppliers or clients

Research payment information to provide updates to departments and suppliers

Qualification

Accounting software proficiencyExcel skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving abilitiesWillingness to learnCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills