Accounting Associate

We are searching for an energetic, positive and focused Accounting Assistant to join our team to serve multiple accounts. The Accounting Associate assists the agency’s Accounting Dept. ABOUT US: • Independent media agency, founded in 1979 • Proud members of the 4As (American Association of Advertising Agencies) • Strategic and custom, media agnostic, developing integrated plans across all paid media THE POSITION: • Assist agency Accountant in monitoring and accounting for all Accounts Receivables (A/R) and Accounts Payables (A/P) • Maintain A/R customer and A/P vendor database files • Collect and match vendor invoices in order entry system, SBMS/Strata, and work with Media team to reconcile discrepancies • Maintain accurate records for tracking and addressing open A/R and A/P transactions • Generate draft billing and reconciliation packets for Media team approval • Assist with month-end reconciliation and closing process, as well as forecasting and periodic audits • Work collaboratively to ensure timely and accurate monthly client billing and reconciliation • Maintain files, documentation, and processes thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policies • Communicate billing, payment and project status using agency workflow processes and platforms • Support selection of new accounting software platform and assist in migration from QuickBooks • Assist with administrative tasks, office management and special projects as required BENEFITS: • Security of a long-standing, successful agency with established clients • Excellent benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and life Insurance, IRA with company matching, wellness program, annual bonus, cost-of-living and merit increases • Flexible working environment and generous PTO practices and holiday schedule QUALIFICATIONS: • Work experience as an Accounting Assistant/Admin, Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper, and/or degree/training in relevant field • Familiarity with finance regulations and knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures • Excellent math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors • Hands-on experience with MS Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Advantage) • Experience working in advertising, media or marketing a plus COMPENSATION: Blue Onion Media offers a very competitive benefits package and a flexible working environment. CONTACT: Please apply online at https://blueonionmedia.com/apply/. No phone calls, please.