Accounting Coordinator
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Job Overview

Our Accounting department is looking for an efficient and energetic Accounting Coordinator to join us. You will be responsible for acting as an intermediary between different internal accounting departments and the clients. Besides, you should ensure that all payments are processed and collected on time.

You should be able to prepare timely and accurate financial reports. Also, your detail-oriented approach will be beneficial in identifying and resolving any accounting errors. You will be assisting the Accounting Officer during audits. 

Moreover, you should be familiar with accounting software and have excellent mathematical skills. You should ensure that all accounting practices adhere to the industry standards and laws at all times. As an Accounting Coordinator, you should possess good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively. 

Send in your applications if your accounting skills and knowledge match our job requirements. We would love to have a word with you. 

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and preparing a report of financial data

• Maintaining and updating ledger entries

• Compiling and presenting weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports

• Coordinating with the accounting team to prepare the budget

• Assisting with internal/external audits and tax reports

• Processing and maintaining tax payment receipts

• Identifying and rectifying any discrepancies in the financial report

• Acting as an intermediary between clients and the internal accounting department

• Entering information into databases

• Ensuring all financial reports and data are accurate 

• Adhering to the State and Federal regulations when performing accounting duties

• Communicating any pending payments to the Accounting Manager

• Cross-checking invoices for accuracy

• Performing inventory management

• Preparing and filing returns on time

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• CPA certification is mandatory

• 2-3 years of experience as an Accounting Clerk or a similar position in the Accounting department

• Complete knowledge of accounting principles and laws

• Familiarity with accounting software such as FreshBooks, Sage 50cloud, and Zoho Books

• Good communication skills

• Excellent mathematical skills

• A critical thinker and displaying troubleshooting abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

• Having an eye for detail

• Good time management and organizational skills

• Ability to work under pressure

• Good computer skills