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Accounting Assistant

Our client, a 75 year-old family owned Lancaster Company is looking for an Accounting Assistant. This 35-40 hour per week position will report directly to and support the Corporate Controller with main job responsibilities in accounts payable and receivable. Duties include:

• Verifying the accuracy of vendor invoices
• Processing bi-weekly vendor payments
• Preparing customer invoices
• Applying cash receipts
• Reporting and collecting on open receivable balances
• Maintaining and improving CRM tools
• Project work as assigned

• Associates degree in related area of study or at least four years of experience in similar role
• Strong knowledge of basic principles and practices of bookkeeping
• Experience using accounting software
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new software and effectively support the implementation and adoption of new technologies
• Excellent problem-solving and follow through practices
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
• High level of detail and accuracy in their work
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• A strong work ethic
• Honest and trustworthy traits