What does an Accounting Assistant do?
Accounting Assistants are typically entry-level finance professionals who assist an office with their administrative and financial work while meeting the individual bookkeeping needs of the organization. They review financial statements for errors and make adjustments accordingly. Their job is to use software to input data into several financial documents like a company’s profit and loss statement. They may also perform certain clerical duties like taking notes during meetings, making copies and scanning documents to add to a digital filing system.
Accounting Assistant skills and qualifications
Accounting Assistants will typically have certain prerequisite qualifications and skills which will help them succeed in their role, which can include:
- Good computer skills with a knowledge of common bookkeeping and spreadsheet programs
- Math skills
- Teamwork skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
Accounting Assistant salary expectations
The average salary for an Accounting Assistant is $16.64 per hour. Salary may vary depending on education, experience level, geographic location and the size of the organization.
Accounting Assistant salary expectations
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Accounting Assistant education and training requirements
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is often required to work as an Accounting Assistant, but many companies prefer applicants with an associate or bachelor’s degree. There are some colleges that also offer a certificate in Accounting Assistant studies. These degrees prepare candidates to manage the expected financial responsibilities of an Accounting Assistant. Because an Accounting Assistant is considered an entry-level position, it is common for current accounting students to pursue a position as one while they are studying to become an Accountant.
Accounting Assistant experience requirements
Whether or not previous experience is required to work as an Accounting Assistant will depend on the needs of the organization. Some companies may prefer to hire an Accounting Assistant and then train them within whereas other companies prefer candidates with previous bookkeeping and financial experience. Some Accounting Assistants may come from a financial role or a previous Accounting Assistant position in another industry and then transfer their skills to a new industry or company.
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