Accounting Assistant - Temp

is seeking an ambitious, detail-oriented Finance Associate to support their regional accounts payable and receivable operations across the Americas. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity ideal for early-career professionals with 1-2 years of experience or strong internship background in finance or accounting.

Client Details

My client is seeking an ambitious, detail-oriented Finance Associate to support their regional accounts payable and receivable operations across the Americas. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity ideal for early-career professionals with 1-2 years of experience or strong internship background in finance or accounting.

Description

Accounts Receivable & Invoicing

• Collaborate with global billing and client support teams to ensure accurate and timely invoicing across the AMS region

• Help resolve sales order and customer billing issues

• Submit invoices to customers, including portal entry and payment link setup

• Support customer account setup and collection activities

• Receive and deposit checks; assist with initiating credit card links for customer payments

Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Process vendor invoices across the global organization

  • Review for accuracy, proper authorization, and coding

  • Ensure invoices match POs and are recorded accurately in the ERP system

• Maintain supplier records: contact info, payment terms, and banking details

• Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies or obtain documentation

• Process payments via ACH, checks, and wire transfers

• Reconcile payment records and support accurate application of payments

Month-End Close & Reporting

• Assist with month-end activities including AP reconciliations, accruals, and bank/credit card reconciliations

• Support global collections team with cash allocation

• Contribute to cash and ad-hoc reporting needs for the AMS region

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Enforce compliance with company finance policies and procedures

• Provide documentation for audit purposes as needed

• Participate in finance process and systems improvement initiatives

• Assist with ERP enhancements related to AR/AP

Training & Development

• Engage in training initiatives and collaborate cross-functionally to improve workflows

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (required)
• 1-2 years of experience or equivalent internship exposure in AP/AR or billing roles
• Familiarity with accounting processes in a multi-regional or global environment, especially AMS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills - comfortable interacting with various departments and external contacts
• Ability to manage pressure and handle tight timelines in a high-volume setting
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Experience with NetSuite is highly preferred
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Highly organized with effective time management skills

Job Offer

• Hybrid role opportunity
• Temp to hire potential
• ASAP start date
• Fast paced work enviornment

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