Accounting Assistant

As an Accounting Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the Finance team with Accounts Payable, invoicing, billing, collections, reconciliations, and other accounting duties. You will assist in ensuring accurate and timely financial processes, maintain strong vendor and client relationships, and contribute to improving department efficiency.

DAVIS STREET PERKS AND BENEFITS

Part-time @30hrs / week

Tues – Fri 9AM – 5PM

Mission-driven company culture

100% paid employee premium for Kaiser, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans.

403(b) Retirement plans with matching contributions

Paid Time Off for vacation and illness

12 Paid Holidays PLUS an additional paid birthday holiday

Employee Discount Program

and more

RESPONSIBILITIES Perform / assist with weekly A / P processes, preparing A / P aging schedules, bank reconciliations and grant reconciliations, and performing balance sheet reconciliations on assigned accounts

Prepare journal entries and other transactions in MIP accounting software related to the period end close for all cost centers and programs including joint cost allocation of income and expenses

Prepare schedules and reports in support of billing, productivity and financial performance

Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting vendors and clients

Maintain relationships with vendors and clients through vigilant professional and precise communication to ensure collection terms are met

Perform general accounting tasks as assigned

Assist in identifying inefficiencies and recommend solutions to decrease close time and increase accuracy and transparency

Assist during annual financial audit and all other required audits

Prepare ad hoc reports

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

2 years in AP preferred

Knowledge of GAAP and accounting practices preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables) and in accounting software (e.g. MIP, NetSuite ERP or similar) preferred

Ability to work thoughtfully and collaboratively with diverse and cross-cultural groups of people

Strong communication skills, highly organized, attention to detail and self-motivated

Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously and take initiative

Commitment to the mission and values of Davis Street