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The Role
Private Accounting Solutions (PAS) Paraprofessionals serve as members of various client service teams and are responsible for a variety of administrative accounting functions. Primary responsibilities include compiling and maintaining accounts payable records on a daily/weekly/monthly basis. Other essential functions include:
- Reviewing all vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
- Communicating with vendors to resolve any payment discrepancies
- Compiling accounts payable data into spreadsheets
- Maintaining accurate vendor master lists, with correct addresses and other necessary information
- Copying, scanning and filing documents/reports
- Assisting with year-end duties including the processing of 1099 information for applicable vendors
- Expense coding of credit card activity
- Performing various vendor analysis and reconciliation and other ad-hoc projects as requested by client service teams
- Informing supervisors of any potential issues, priorities and required follow-up
- Performing daily, weekly and monthly recordkeeping tasks
- Completing assignments on a timely basis and meet deadlines set by supervisors
- Monitoring various sources (e.g., client email, client inbox systems and relevant portals) to retrieve, organize, process and file client information and forward to others as appropriate
- Updating information tracking systems to monitor receipt of expected invoices and other documents
The Requirements
- Associate Degree in Accounting (or related subject area), Accounting Certificate or minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
- Previous experience in accounts payable, accounting and/or account reconciliations
- Solid foundation in accounting principles and practices preferred
- Self-starter with the initiative to seek out opportunities and ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Ability to interact with and gain respect of all levels of internal and client personnel
- Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proficient use of technology including MS Excel, MS Word, general ledger software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct), bill payment software (e.g., bill.com), expense management software (e.g., Expensify)
- Ability to work overtime as necessary
Compensation and Benefits
Our firm offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our people. We are committed to recognizing individual contributions and providing resources that enable our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
Salary Range: For individuals hired to work in Orange County or Los Angeles, the expected salary range for this role is $29.42/hr to $42.92/hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skill set.
Benefits: Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees may enroll in the firm’s 401(k) plan upon hire. We offer 160 hours of paid time off annually, along with twelve paid holidays each calendar year. For a full listing of benefit offerings, please visit https://www.andersen.com/careers.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Andersen will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).
Andersen Tax is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We evaluate all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law.
