Accounting Assistant

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

Location:

Orange

Type:

Contract to Hire

Job #20299

The HT Group is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a client in the Orange, Texas area. This position will support daily accounting operations with a focus on accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, recordkeeping, and administrative support.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to multitask effectively, andfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Support the Controller and accounting team with daily accounting and administrative functions

Maintain confidentiality of financial, customer, and vendor information

Process customer credit applications and maintain customer account records

Generate invoices, distribute customer statements, and process customer payments including checks, ACH, and credit cards

Monitor aging reports, assist with collections, and resolve payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, deductions, and account issues

Communicate with customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and supporting documentation

Process vendor invoices including coding, matching to purchase orders/receiving documents, and reviewing for accuracy and approvals

Prepare check runs, ACH payments, and maintain vendor records including W-9s and payment details

Reconcile customer and vendor accounts, statements, cash, deposits, and daily receipts

Assist with month-end close activities, reconciliations, accrual support, and reporting

Maintain organized accounting records and monitor accounting department email accounts

Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and special projects as assigned

Requirements:

Associate degree in accounting or equivalent experience

2+ years of accounting experience required; industrial industry experience strongly preferred

Experience with invoicing, payment processing, reconciliations, collections support, and vendor management

Understanding of basic accounting principles, AR/AP processes, and financial recordkeeping

Experience with accounting software/ERP systems and Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word

Exposure to sales tax automation or ERP-integrated tools such as Avalara is a plus

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong written and verbalmunication skills with customers, vendors, and internal teams

Employment Type: Contract-to-hire opportunity

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (occasional overtime as needed)

Pay Rate: $20-$26/hour (depending on experience)

** If you meet the above requirements / qualifications, please with your resume for immediate consideration. **

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