Accounting Assistant

CFS • Laurel, MD, US • 2w ago

Accounting Assistant – Laurel, MD

About the Company and the Accounting Assistant Opportunity:

CFS is partnering with a top client to hire a Accounting Assistant to join their growing accounting team on a contract to hire basis!
The Payroll Accounting Assistant will work fully on site in Laurel, MD, Monday-Friday, primarily 9am-5pm, with some flexibility as needed.
- Candidates should ideally be flexible in hours for training purposes (able to come in 7:30am-9am depending on training schedule)
- Company offers free parking to its employees
Reports to the Controller
Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 depending heavily on experience
Ideal start date: Late December 2025

Job Duties of the Accounting Assistant:

This role is responsible for accurate payroll processing, while also providing support to the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks including:

Process biweekly and monthly payroll for hourly and commission-based employees.
Ensure payroll is compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain and update employee payroll records.
Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
Collaborate with HR and management to track employee hours, commissions, and benefits.
Assist with accounts payable and receivable functions, including data entry, invoice matching, collections, and payment processing.
Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts.
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and spreadsheets as needed.

Qualifications of the Accounting Assistant:

2+ years’ accounting experience required
Knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits vs. credits)
Strong Excel skills required; knowledge of how to create pivot tables and vlookup required
Experience using Oracle NetSuite a plus
- Experience using UKG or similar payroll software a plus
Excellent attention to detail, patient, and strong organizational skills
Comfortable working in a fast paced environment and able to work with diverse personalities
Must be able to pass a background check!

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