Accounting Assistant

DescriptionJob Description Summary:This individual is responsible for performing routine administrative and bookkeeping tasks that play a key role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in day-to-day financial transactions. They will be maintaining various accounting related files, databases and supporting documentation as well. This position will provide accounting clerical support for the Accounting Team Lead, Accounting Manager and Director of Finance & Accounting. The Accounting Assistant will perform tasks of a basic to moderate complexity and these duties are performed to support the major activities and functions of the accounting team.Support the accounting team in capacity and efficiency while providing a noteworthy customer experience to internal and external customers.To consistently perform the above functions at a level that exceeds expectations.To communicate clearly with others, both internally and externally, in relation to performance of the above functions.To consistently provide a quality work product that is most useful for company decision-making.Essential Functions And Job DutiesSupport the accounting team in capacity and efficiency while providing a noteworthy customer experience to internal and external customers.To consistently perform the above functions at a level that exceeds expectations.To communicate clearly with others, both internally and externally, in relation to performance of the above functions.To consistently provide a quality work product that is most useful for company decision-making.Posting daily transactional documents such as AP, and Credit MemosPerform Month End auditing tasks to close the financial documents for a month.Produce reports and documents as required by the accounting team.Perform any other accounting duties as assigned.Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.Work respectfully, cooperatively, and professionally with others in the best interest of the company.RequirementsRole Competencies:Proficient in Excel and WordAbility to set and meet goals, meet deadlines, and organize work to be completed in a timely manner.Desire to solve problems using initiative and critical skills.Ability to work on concurrent projects and ensure timeliness are met.Capable of building positive working relationships with team members, customers and vendorsAbility to be flexible and resolve situations with confidence and mature leadership. Solution-oriented professional who treats others with dignity and respect.Team player who will foster communication among teams and share success.Hold self to a high standard while ensuring projects are completed on time.Experience in delivering and demanding a high level of customer. Thorough knowledge of safety regulationsExceptional written and verbal communication skills including listening.Knowledge of a variety of office practices and procedures, use of office equipment, including calculator, MS Office software, and accounting software preferred.Excellent communication skills both in written documents and verbal communication.Proven ability to handle confidential information in an appropriate fashion.Cultural FitExhibit the Block Core Values of Growth, Integrity, Together, and Honor. Make choices that contribute to the development and reinforcement of the core values.Education Or Relevant ExperienceEducation: Associate’s degree in business/accounting/finance is preferred.Experience: Minimum of two or more years of administrative/bookkeeping experience preferred.Required Certifications: N/ASupervisory Responsibilities: N/AMinimum Physical ExpectationsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources.Physical activity that requires often bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling and/or twisting. Physical activity that sometimes involves pushing and/or pulling over 25 lbs. but not more than 75 lbs.Physical activity that sometimes involves lifting over 25 lbs. but not more than 75 lbs.Physical activity that requires keyboarding, sitting, phone work and filing.Travel RequirementsN/AWork Environment ExpectationsPhysical activity that sometimes requires exposure to loud noises that do not require ear plugs.Physical activity that often requires exposure to machinery.Physical activity that sometimes requires exposure to hazardous materials (MSDS available).Block Imaging Parts & Service is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.