Accounting Assistant

Description

Engineering Enterprises, Inc. (EEI) is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, highly motivated individual to join our Accounting Group. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication, project collaboration, and teamwork. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Assists Billing Manager in performing accounting work, accounts receivables, filing, and maintaining records for clients and internal staff.
• Prepares and enters data and invoices, reports, payroll spreadsheets, charts, and graphs as needed for financial assistance. Also prepares employment agreements, and other confidential documents as necessary.
• Prepares time sheets in a timely manner and attends meetings as necessary.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

• The principles and practices of financial management.
• Manual and automated accounting systems.
• General Ledger and accounting principles and practices.

Skills in:

• Deltek Accounting software specifically Ajera, Vision, and/or Vantagepoint. 
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication for interaction with employees, agencies, other governmental units, vendors and the public. 

Ability to:

• Prepare and analyze comprehensive reports and carry out assigned projects to their completion.
• Demonstrate good customer service skills with the ability to problem solve.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel in addition to other related Accounting software. 
• Handle confidential material and information in an ethical and professional manner.
• Effectively communicate, present information, and respond to questions.
• Maintain a professional attitude and maintain punctuality and consistent attendance with advance notification of absences.
• Perform detailed work accurately and on time and initiate and maintain necessary follow-up.
• Prepare and submit clear, concise and accurate reports either orally or in writing.
• Work hours beyond the regularly scheduled work day when needed.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education / Experience

• Associate Degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited college.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience as an Accounting Assistant or comparable job.

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid driver’s license. 

 EEI’s comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes PTO, 8 paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, mental wellness resources, identity protection, legal protection, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D. It also includes a 401k retirement plan, flexible spending account, bonus potential, financial wellness support, continuing education assistance, a casual dress code, and a flexible work environment.