Accounting Assistant

Accounting AssistantAccounting AssistantJob Type: Part-time (approx. 20 hours/week, 4 days/week) with opportunities for additional hours and potential full-time employment. Role is on-site in Downtown Orlando Headquarters.Pay Range: $19-21 per hourAbout the CompanyLee Wesley & Associates is a family-owned company managing a $30M portfolio of food and beverage franchise operations across multiple states. With a presence in airports, arenas, stadiums, and navy bases, we operate in fast-paced, high-volume environments.Job DescriptionThe Accounting Assistant will support daily accounting functions and office operations. Responsibilities include accounts payable/receivable, data entry, invoicing, record keeping, answering phones, and general administrative support.Performs routine accounting activities such as data entry, maintenance of the general ledger, preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports.Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.Assists in preparing, posting, verifying and recording customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.May create reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of other staff.Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.Analyzes accounts receivable transactions to ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.Provides administrative support to the department. Duties may include responding and resolving administrative inquiries and questions as well as copying and filing.Oversees telephone services, email correspondence, and mail distribution.Welcomes and directs visitors and vendors.Retrieves information as requested from records, email, minutes, and other related documents; prepares written summaries of data when needed.May assist with expense reporting, invoicing, office supply inventory, or other routine processesProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.Qualifications and SkillsWorking knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting practices.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Accounting or Business preferred.Requires one year of general work experience in an office environment.Work scheduleMonday to FridayDay shiftBenefitsHealth insuranceEmployee discountOtherDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offLife insuranceDisability insurance401(k)Panda Express - MCO 9303 Jeff Fuqua Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32827