Accounting Administrative Assistant

$41,600 - $45,760/Yr

Homeguard Home Warranty - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

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About the position

The Accounting Administrative Assistant will perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to support the accounting team. This entry-level position requires strong communication skills and proficiency in organizational tools, particularly MS Excel, to manage accounting functions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounting group inbox
• Process Initial and Renewed policies in a timely manner
• Process Policy cancellations, ensuring approvals and proper documents are submitted before processing
• Enter and deposit daily checks received and credit card payments processed
• Review AR aging weekly to ensure payments are received and posted accurately
• Process refunds of overpayment on Policies timely
• Take and process payments from customers via telephone
• Assist employees, vendors, or customers with answering questions
• Serve as backup for other accounting functions

Requirements

• 1+ year of AP & AR experience
• High school diploma required, college courses in accounting preferred
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures
• Detail oriented, quick learner, professional attitude, reliable
• Basic accounting principles knowledge
• Able to communicate clearly and efficiently
• Team player with the ability to think and act independently
• Professional telephone etiquette
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Computer skills in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook required
• NetSuite experience is a plus

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance