Accounting Assistant

Company: VMRD, Inc., Pullman, WA Job Title: Accounting Assistant Type: FT, Non-Exempt Department: Finance Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant, under general supervision, is responsible for maintaining AR/AP, payroll, credit card, sales tax and other finance-related activities as assigned to support the Finance Director to maintain daily, weekly, and month-end financial activities. The Accounting Assistant will have broad responsibilities and be required to complete tasks in a timely manner. Duties and Responsibilities Process AR and AP daily, including research necessarily to properly code/process transactions Review payroll transactions for accuracy, working with employees and supervisors to ensure accuracy and timeliness of entries Communicate with customers on past due invoices Review sales tax transactions for accuracy and ensure filings with the state agencies are correct Post inventory transactions in the accounting system Prepare and complete reconciliations of multiple financial accounts Maintain all appropriate records and file systems Other duties as assigned Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of coworkers Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Word Computerized accounting system experience Basic understanding of accounting concepts Experience in handling confidential information in a work environment Desired Qualifications and Experience: 2+ years bookkeeping experience 1+ years payroll experience Experience with NetSuite or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system Education, Licenses and Certifications: High school degree or equivalent years of experience and training Physical Requirements for the Job: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Salary Range: $20.00 - 24.00 per hour Our salary ranges are benchmarked for the eastern Washington region and similar positions. The range listed is just one component of VMRD's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses. Full Time Benefits Paid Vacation: 12 to 27 days accrued/year based on length of service Paid Holidays: 8 regular holidays Paid Sick Leave for illness or qualified event in accordance with WPSL Health insurance: Medical, Dental, Rx & Vision Paid 80% of premium for employee & family Free Teladoc and wellness opportunities Health Savings Account with employer contributions Paid Air Ambulance Membership 401k: A 50% match up to 3% of your salary A Paid Life Insurance Policy, AD&D and LTD VMRD (Veterinary Medical Research and Development) researches, develops and manufactures veterinary diagnostic test kits and related reagents for distribution in nearly eighty countries. VMRD's services division performs specialized testing of raw materials, cells and seeds for the presence of adventitious agents according to regulatory guidelines for the global veterinary and pharmaceutical industries. VMRD delivers best in class products and services, making a positive impact on animal welfare through diagnostic laboratories, animal producers, veterinary vaccine manufacturers, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies and veterinarians globally. VMRD's mission is to provide high quality products, services and support to our customers, and to provide a harmonious and rewarding work environment for our employees. As a family centric company, we appreciate work life balance and strive to follow the Golden Rule. VMRD's corporate office overlooks the rolling farmlands of Pullman, Washington, a town renowned for having a national top one hundred public school system as well as two local universities (WSU and UI). Located about ninety minutes south of Spokane, our vibrant local communities are engaged, safe and offer a multitude of amenities and recreational activities. Come enjoy a quality life and the scenic landscapes of the Palouse.