Accounting Administrative Assistant

We are in the non-profit sector, searching for an Accounting Administrative Assistant to join our team located in the Downtown Manhattan area. This role offers a ongoing contract employment opportunity, where you will be primarily tasked with maintaining financial records, processing payroll and payables in QuickBooks.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately reconcile bank accounts and maintain financial records
• Efficiently manage payroll and ensure all details are up-to-date
• Utilize Excel, Quickbooks Online
• Use Expensify for expense management and reporting
• Provide administrative support to the accounting team
• Respond to and resolve any accounting related inquiries
• Monitor financial transactions and reports
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements
• Work closely with the team to optimize accounting practices.
• Must possess a solid understanding of bank account reconciliation.
• Proficiency in using Expensify for expense management is required.
• Should have prior experience in payroll processing.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage administrative tasks effectively.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail are required.
• Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Should be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.