Accounting and Administrative Assistant

$37,440 - $43,680/Yr

Preference Employment Solutions - Fargo, ND

Full-time - Entry Level

Fargo, ND

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Accounting and Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the accounting team and managing office administration tasks. This position involves greeting clients, handling appointments, and providing accounting support using QuickBooks and Excel. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong organizational and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist clients and visitors with a professional, friendly attitude.
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls, respond to emails and voicemails, and transfer inquiries to the appropriate team members.
• Manage and coordinate appointments, ensuring efficient scheduling for both clients and internal team members.
• Perform data entry, update records, and assist with various office tasks, including managing files and maintaining organized digital and physical documentation.
• Provide accounting support, including working with QuickBooks to process transactions, generating reports, and assisting with Excel spreadsheets for financial tracking.
• Responsible for filing, scanning, and organizing documents, along with properly storing them.
• Collaborate with accountants to help prepare tax documents and maintain accurate records for tax filing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of QuickBooks experience.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Pivot Tables.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail with superior organizational skills.

Benefits

• Direct hire opportunity
• Full-time position
• Competitive pay range of $18.00 - $21.00 per hour based on experience