Accounting Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant for a temp-to-hire opportunity in West Mifflin, PA. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations in a busy office environment, with a primary focus on accounts payable along with accounts receivable, customer service, and administrative accounting support.

This is a strong opportunity for an accounting professional with 1 to 2 years of experience who enjoys accurate financial recordkeeping, working with invoices and payments, and supporting customers in a professional office setting. The team-oriented environment offers the chance to build practical accounting experience, contribute to smooth financial operations, and grow into a long-term role.

Key Responsibilities

- Process vendor invoices, maintain vendor records, prepare payments, and support the accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment.
- Reconcile vendor accounts, research invoice or payment discrepancies, and assist with general ledger records related to assigned accounting activities.
- Generate customer invoices, apply payments, credits, and adjustments, and maintain accurate billing and receivable records.
- Prepare bank deposits, record incoming payments, monitor receivable accounts, and assist with collection follow-up as needed.
- Answer customer calls regarding invoices, payments, account balances, and credit card payment processing.
- Produce routine financial reports, support month-end accounting activities, and follow established accounting procedures and internal controls.

Compensation and Benefits

- Pay rate: $20 to $23 per hour.
- Job type: Temp-to-hire.
- Location: West Mifflin, PA.

This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.