Accounting Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Missouri.

📋 Description

• Accurately record and maintain financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, and general ledger entries.

• Verify invoices, receipts, payment requests, and supporting documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.

• Assist with bank and account reconciliations, as well as the investigation of discrepancies.

• Support monthly and quarterly closing activities by preparing schedules, organizing financial documentation, and confirming account balances.

• Monitor outstanding invoices and aid in payment tracking, account follow-up, and documentation of financial activities.

• Maintain organized digital accounting records, ensuring financial information is classified correctly and accessible to authorized personnel.

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, spreadsheets, summaries, and supporting schedules for management review.

• Help uphold accounting procedures and internal controls while identifying opportunities for enhancing accuracy and efficiency.

• Collaborate with finance colleagues and other departments to address accounting inquiries and obtain missing documentation.

• Handle confidential financial information with care and complete assigned tasks within set deadlines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Two to five years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related finance role.

• A degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is preferred; however, relevant professional experience may also be considered.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial documentation, reconciliations, and transaction processing.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

• Familiarity with accounting software or cloud-based financial systems.

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Sound judgment and a commitment to confidentiality.

• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and consistently meet deadlines.

• Reliable internet access and a suitable workspace for handling confidential business information.

• Experience supporting month-end closing processes and preparing financial reports.

• Familiarity with cloud accounting platforms, expense management tools, and digital recordkeeping systems.

• Experience in improving accounting workflows, documenting procedures, or assisting in internal audits.

• Experience working with a distributed team or in a technology-enabled business environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance benefits in accordance with the company’s applicable plan and eligibility requirements.

• Retirement savings benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

• Paid leave benefits in accordance with company policy and applicable requirements.

• Fully remote work opportunity.

• Professional development opportunities to enhance accounting knowledge, develop technical skills, and gain experience with financial systems and reporting processes.

• Collaborative work environment.