Accounting Assistant Job at Robert Half, Allentown, PA

  • Robert Half
  • Allentown, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support daily financial and administrative tasks for a legal organization in Pennsylvania. This is a long-term contract opportunity suited to an entry-level candidate who is eager to build hands-on accounting experience in a structured weekday schedule. The role focuses on high-volume support work, including inbox monitoring, invoice handling, report review, and accurate financial data processing.

Responsibilities:
• Review and manage the finance email inbox, ensuring requests and documents are routed or addressed promptly
• Process incoming invoices and enter billing information into the appropriate records with a high level of accuracy
• Assist with accounts payable activities by organizing documentation and preparing items for payment processing
• Support accounts receivable tasks through data updates, record maintenance, and follow-up on financial information
• Examine reports and transaction details to help identify missing information or discrepancies
• Perform routine data entry and maintain organized financial records for accounting operations
• Provide general administrative support to the finance function, including handling repetitive transactional tasks efficiently
• Work closely with the team during standard Monday through Friday business hours to help maintain smooth daily accounting workflows• Some exposure to accounting, finance, or bookkeeping through coursework or relevant experience
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice entry, and financial data entry
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to complete repetitive tasks accurately
• Basic proficiency with office and accounting-related computer systems
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage a steady flow of emails and financial documents
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with internal stakeholders
• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred; current or recent students are also encouraged to apply

Job Tags

Long term contract, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Weekday work

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