About this opportunity
Robert Half lists this Accounting Assistant opportunity in lancaster, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accounting AssistantRobert Half is partnering with a respected local educational organization to identify an Accounting Assistant to join its Business Office team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys combining accounting support, customer service, and administrative responsibilities in a collaborative environment.The Accounting Assistant will play a key role in supporting daily financial operations, processing transactions, maintaining records, assisting with accounts receivable activities, and providing exceptional service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess and accurately record payments and financial transactionsAssist with accounts receivable activities, including invoice preparation, distribution, and trackingSupport student account maintenance, including payments, charges, adjustments, and account inquiriesEnter and maintain data within accounting and ERP systems, including Ellucian ColleaguePrepare receipts and maintain supporting transaction documentationAssist with daily cash reconciliation, bank deposit preparation, and cash-handling activitiesReview financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvalsMaintain electronic and paper records in accordance with departmental proceduresSupport business office operations through data entry, filing, scanning, and document managementAssist with special projects, audits, billing cycles, and semester-start business office activitiesProvide professional customer service to students, faculty, staff, vendors, and visitors
Worksite address
lancaster, PA, 17601, US
Who can apply
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