FGC is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join its growing Accounting Team – this position can be either full-time or part-time, depending upon the desire of the candidate and their fit with the company. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated and detail oriented, have at least one year of relevant experience, and be well organized with a basic understanding of accounting principles. This position will be responsible for afternoon coverage of the accounting department, and therefore will need to be available until 5:00 PM during the work week. The position will report to FGC’s Controller.
Key Responsibilities:
-Manage daily workload, ensuring that deadlines are met, and work completed accurately
-Provide support to the accounting department
-Creation of sales orders and purchase orders
-Reviewing contracts
-Sales order/purchase order review & clean up
-Completing vendor credit applications
-Credit card reconciliations
-Accounts Receivable & Collections
-Other duties as assigned by Accountant or Controller
Qualifications:
-1 year of relevant accounting experience and/or training
-Intermediate/advanced knowledge with all Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel
-Intermediate/advanced knowledge of QuickBooks
-Knowledge of financial principles and accounting terminology
-Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task
-Performance under pressure
-Exceptional written and communication skills
-Passion for business and finance
-Self-motivated and self-directed
-Attention to detail