Accountant assistant

Job Details:

• Job Location: Golden Ring Home Office - Baltimore, MD
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School/ GED
• Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $58,500.00 Salary/year
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Accounting

Accountant Assistant Full-Time | Home Office – Golden Ring, MD

$50,000 – $58,500 / yr Annual Pay Range

Reports To: Controller

DEPARTMENT Finance

EXPERIENCE 3+ Years Preferred

BENEFITS ELIGIBLE AFTER 45 Days of Employment

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Accountant Assistant supports the Finance Department by maintaining accurate financial records, managing fleet-related accounting functions, and assisting with month-end and year-end close. This role provides cross-departmental support to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Corporate Card administration, requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Fleet & Vehicle Administration

• Maintain the fuel card program, including monthly billing review, discrepancy notation, and manager approval of cardholder usage
• Add and delete fuel cards, assign fuel card PINs to employees, and assist employees with point-of-sale issues
• Update the fleet report for driver's insurance, ensuring the spreadsheet stays current and audit-compliant
• Maintain vehicle files for expiring registrations and emissions; maintain, update, and reconcile the EZ Pass database
• Monitor speed violations, prepare annual reporting, and book fixed asset acquisitions and disposals

Accounting Operations & Month-End Support

• Complete bank and post office runs multiple times per week
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Liaise with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable; assist with internal audits by preparing documentation and fact-checking financial data
• Cross-train with Accounts Payable Specialist and Credit Specialist positions to cover vacations or extended absences
• Void checks and defund credit cards for the AP Department as necessary; track AP credit memos and balance the AR GL

Corporate Card & Financial Data Management

• Monitor spending and approve corporate card expenses; order and cancel cards as requested by management
• Reconcile and pay the corporate credit card and Payables credit card statements
• Enter payroll, month-end spreadsheets, rebates, and other data into the ERP system
• Initiate bank transfers and wires

Administrative Support & Special Projects

• Fulfill branch requests for supplies as needed, such as credit card tape and deposit slips
• Manage special projects initiated by management, including digital migration and purging physical records past their storage life
• Assist the Controller and Assistant Controller with additional tasks as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years' experience in a similar role
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Valid driver's license required

BENEFITS

Eligible to enroll on the 1st of the month following 45 days of employment: Medical, Dental & Vision, Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Telehealth, Gym Reimbursement, 401(k) with Company Match, Free Surgery & Imaging Program*, Free Medications*, Delta Perks — Local Discounts, Discount Hub Coverage available for families. *Free Surgery & Imaging and Free Medications programs are subject to eligibility and program terms.

Additional duties may be assigned as needed. We are an equal opportunity employer.