Accounting Office Assistant

Piedmont Service Group is a privately held company that has been in business since 1971. We have approximately 275 employees working out of our offices across the states of North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.

Pay Rate: Depending on Experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life & AD&D, Company paid Short and Long term disability, 401K With Company match, Profit Sharing, Paid Time off and Paid Holidays.

Position Summary:

As an Accounting Intern, this role will have the opportunity to learn and gain first-hand experience in Accounting department. These tasks will include but will not be limited to accounts payable processing, accounts receivable billing and cash receipts. performing research, bank reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, and other tasks assigned by the CFO or Controller, in accordance with the established accounting standards and billing policy. This position is a part-time position.

This position works together with the Business Systems Department, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, CFO, Controller to provide accounting support as needed.

Essential Position Functions:

Accounting

• Accounts Payable: Daily entry of Accounts Payable invoices.
• Accounts Receivable: Assist with daily customer invoicing and cash application.
• Job Shadowing: Shadow members of the Accounting Department as they perform their duties.
• Research: Assist with research of miscellaneous financial items.
• Assist: Accounting Team with various tasks.

Competencies:

• Problem solving: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of accounting computer software and accounting practices.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Quantity: Meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner.
• Adaptability: Adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and Security: Observe safety and security procedures and use equipment and materials properly.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Education and Training Requirements (licenses, programs or certificates)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Currently pursuing a college degree with a major or concentration in accounting

Experience and Knowledge Requirements

• Proficiency with computers
  Experience with Data Entry

Physical Requirements

The position requires the candidate to have the ability to lift approximately 15-20 lbs. in assistance of loading, unloading and storing materials and equipment. The position will also require bending, climbing, pulling, pushing, balancing, kneeling, twisting, standing and climbing stairs and ladders.

Piedmont Service Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.