Accounting Assistant

Robert Half • Columbus, IN • 15h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a client in Columbus, Indiana. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across core accounting processes in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to accurate transaction handling, reporting support, and administrative coordination using established accounting systems and office tools.

Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assist with timely accounts payable activities.

Prepare customer invoicing, track incoming payments, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable records.

Record daily cash activity and reconcile financial information to support accurate account balances.

Maintain accounting data within financial software platforms, including Great Plains and related business systems.

Use Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to organize records, prepare reports, and support routine analysis.

Assist with billing tasks, payment follow-up, and documentation management to help keep financial operations current.

Support general accounting functions such as data entry, file maintenance, and transaction review for accuracy and completeness.

Contribute to financial process updates and system-related support activities as needed within the accounting workflow. Requirements - Experience supporting accounting operations in an assistant, clerk, or similar finance-related role.

Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and cash posting activities.

Proficiency with accounting software systems and the ability to learn client-specific financial platforms quickly.

Hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications in a business setting.

Familiarity with Great Plains and ADP within financial services or accounting environments is preferred.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage records accurately and meet deadlines consistently.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams on financial tasks.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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