Accounting Assistant/payables - King of Prussia, United States - Upper Merion Township

Upper Merion Township

Verified Company

King of Prussia, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Full time

Description

Upper Merion Township, located in King of Prussia, PA, is looking for an experienced, diligent, and detail-oriented
Accounting Assistant/Payables who will report directly to the Accounting Manager.

The
Accounting Assistant/Payables will performclerical and accounting work of average difficulty.

The employee in this position is responsible for the purchasing/accounts payable cycle as well as supporting the payroll function in an auxiliary role.

This position is also responsible for general accounting and clerical tasks as assigned. The incumbent is responsible for sound administrative judgment resulting in accurate and timely processing of disbursements and accounting records.

The _
Accounting Assistant/Payables _will be responsible for (including, but not limited to):

Essential Job Functions:

Processes accounts payable using accounting software and other programs.
Responsible for maintaining accuracy of vendor file.
Serves as the primary backup to payroll processing.
Researches and gathers data required for recordkeeping, reports, and other activities.
Performs accounting duties such as account maintenance and reconciliation of statements and ledgers.
Provides quality and effective customer service with courtesy and understanding to our customers, vendors, citizens, and internal departments.
Serves as additional backup to the cashier window.
Performs other duties as required.

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Examples of Work:

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Prepare a listing of invoices for approval to be paid.
Process check payments, credit card payments and corresponding registers.
Processes payroll as needed.
Performs miscellaneous clerical duties.
Performs other duties as assigned and/or as conditions warrant.

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Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:

Possess an attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers, and citizens.
Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload efficiently.
Ability to maintain strong work ethics when dealing with sensitive financial information.
Ability to sit for long periods of time, reach at waist level, handle office implements and perform fine manipulation frequently; stand, work, lift and carry items/objects weighing up to 10 lbs., bend and reach at all levels occasionally.
Possess visual acuity (near vision continuously).

Minimum Education, Training, and Abilities Required:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate's degree in business or accounting from an accredited college or university.
A minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience involving accounts payable, payroll, subsidiary/general ledger and reconciliation work.
Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid driver's license.