Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day finance operations for a growing team in Forestville, Maryland. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with high volumes of financial records, and confident handling both payables and receivables. The role will focus on improving invoice processing efficiency, maintaining accurate accounting data in Sage 300, and helping prepare documentation for an upcoming audit. This position is based on site five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Process outstanding invoices and reduce aged items by reviewing, organizing, and resolving backlogged transactions
• Support audit readiness by gathering financial records, verifying supporting documentation, and assisting with file preparation
• Enter and maintain accounting information in Sage 300 with close attention to accuracy and policy compliance
• Manage accounts payable activities, including reviewing vendor invoices and preparing items for payment processing
• Handle accounts receivable tasks such as recording incoming payments, tracking balances, and following up on open items
• Reconcile financial data and identify discrepancies to help maintain complete and accurate records
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide administrative and accounting support as needed
• Work on site in Forestville, Maryland five days each week to support daily accounting operations
• Hands-on experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Proficiency with Sage 300 is required
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and consistency
• Ability to organize and work through a high volume of invoices efficiently
• Experience supporting audit preparation or maintaining audit-ready financial documentation
• Solid attention to detail and ability to follow accounting procedures and compliance standards
• Comfortable working in an on-site environment five days per week

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