Accounting assistants work closely with your accountant. They perform clerical tasks such as filing, handling mail, making phone calls, replying to emails and basic bookkeeping.
Responsibilities
Answer any queries.
Prepare statutory accounts.
Purchase ledgers and journals.
Create and send invoices.
Review bank statements and confirm new charges.
Process payments and keep records of all transactions.
Manage the company’s credit.
Process requests for accountant’s authorization.
Maintain clear and transparent communication with the clients.
Keep all documents up-to-date.
Minimum requirements
Team-oriented personality
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
IT competencies
Attention to detail; high level of professionalism
Great communication skills and ability to use discretion when handling confidential information.
One of the first steps in hiring an Accounting Assistant is to determine which priority deliverables and skills you need for your operation
