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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Accounting Assistant to join our team! At this level, the Accounting Assistant works under general supervision in completing a broad scope of routine accounting tasks and is capable of completing some nonroutine assignments. In this role, you will complete a variety of advanced clerical tasks within an accounting section of the Finance Department. You may also function as a paraprofessional who may be assigned to one of the following areas: accounts payable, client billing and receivables, payroll, and/or general accounting functions.
What You'll Be Doing:
Receives accounting information from internal or external sources including: other Finance Department sections, other departments or divisions, other Parsons companies, suppliers, clients, etc.
Audits invoices for appropriate support documentation.
Matches information and documentation with accounting records; verifies accounts and subjobs charged for accuracy and legitimacy.
Processes financial records. Prepares journals, registers, ledgers, budgets, tax reports, and client invoices.
Maintains standard accounting and financial records.
Inputs information into a computerized accounting system.
Prepares information for use by other departments, clients, and/or suppliers.
Performs financial reconciliations and/or proofs.
Answers inquiries and prepares standard analyses.
Maintains computerized databases for tracking and informational purposes.
Provides guidance to lower level Accounting support personnel.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Associate's or equivalent degree in Accounting, Economics, Business (or equivalent) and related work experience preferred, or High School diploma and 5+ years relevant experience within an accounting unit.
Basic PC skills including, but not limited to, MS Windows, MS Word, and MS Excel.
Must have good communications skills, be able to work as part of a team
Possess a working knowledge of Accounting processes.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None This position is part of our Corporate team. We’re driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.Salary Range:
$17.74 - $31.06 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
