Accounting Assistant

Position: Accounting Assistant

Location: Los Angeles CA 90007 (Remote)

Duration : 6+ months

Shift: 08:30am – 04.30pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Enter purchase order invoices into the accounting system (approximately 150–200 invoices daily)
• Ensure invoice accuracy, including supplier name, invoice amount, invoice date, 1099 type/amount, and tax assessment
• Resolve supplier and university department inquiries related to invoices, check requests, and payment status/issues
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or errors
• Support special projects assigned by AP Leads or the AP Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in Accounts Payable or General Accounting
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a metric-driven environment
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred
• Experience working in a Higher Education environment
• Experience with ERP workflow systems such as PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, or Workday