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Description

Our client, a fast growing start-up in Cerritos is looking for an Entry Level Accountant. The candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to anticipate needs, prioritize responsibilities, plan, organize and take initiative.

Primary responsibilities will include the general Accounting listed below.

General Accounting Responsibilities:

• Process all employee Expense Reimbursements.

• Verify vendor accounts, enter invoices and generate vendor payments and resolve purchase order, invoice or payment discrepancies.

• Ensure that all accounts payable invoices are coded to the proper general ledger expense account in order to be entered into accounts payable.

• Assist with issuing weekly ACH payments in the accounting system.

• Assist with reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable accounts.

• Keep track of all company credit card spending and process payments in Global Shop.

• Support in maintaining the Fixed Asset Register.

• Participate in year-end physical inventory count, including processing adjustments.

• Set up new Vendors and complete Credit applications.

• Support the audit process with third party CPA firms.

• Scan and save all invoices and supporting documents into designated network directory.

• Update and post all bank direct debits to the general ledger.

• Work with and interact with vendors, banking partners and all relevant external parties in a timely manner and as required.

• Provide support for the accounts receivable function (setting up customers, processing sales orders and invoices, credit collections, etc.)

• Assist with processing the Sales / Use Tax process to ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.

• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and ERP systems.

• Exercise discretion and a high level of professionalism in handling confidential information.

• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards and industry regulations.

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

• Independent, self-starter, who is willing to seek increased responsibility.

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