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Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

Jaybird Senior LivingCedar Rapids, IA, US
22 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Assistant

Wage Range : $18-22 / hr

The Accounting Assistant provides support to the accounting team by performing clerical and administrative tasks related to financial record keeping and reporting. This role ensures accurate data entry, helps maintain financial records, and assists with general accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow in the accounting field.

Essential Functions :

  • Assist with daily financial transactions, including processing invoices, expense reports, and payments.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and verify accuracy.
  • Support year-end reporting, including 1099s and Certified Rent Payments.
  • Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding billing, payments, and receipts.
  • Assist the accounting and finance team with reports and special projects.
  • Serve as the Concur Administrator by managing users, updating coding, and assisting employees with questions.
  • Act as a back-up for AP inquiries, invoice entry, and payment processing.
  • Support accounts receivable activities as needed.
  • Answer company phone calls, take messages, and route inquiries appropriately.

Qualifications :

  • Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 1–2 years of experience in an accounting or finance support role.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
  • The Perks That Matter :

  • Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • Paid time off and flexible hours
  • Employee assistance program and on-demand pay
  • Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing company
  • About Jaybird Senior Living :

    We provide seniors with the exceptional care they deserve, in an extraordinary living environment. Our communities offer seniors the freedom to enjoy each day as they see fit, with the right level of care and support; helping them approach life with renewed confidence and purpose.

    Since 2004, we’ve created a culture where our staff can innovate and grow — while our residents thrive and their families enjoy peace of mind.

    The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Minnesota, the following information may not apply. The base range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), Flexible hours for better work-life balance, Employee assistance program, on-demand pay.

    We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.

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