Technical Assistant, Transactional Accounting
Job Location
Chicago, IL
General Summary
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Essential Job Functions
- Enter account payable invoices into MAS 500 Accounting system, batch audit and review. Assist with mailing of checks weekly.
- Maintain department files and records for all disbursements paid by the Association
- Collect funds for parking vouchers as needed
- Provide back up support for daily sort and distribution of general mail as needed.
- Other AP duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate's and/or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Two to three years of experience in accounts payable.
- Experience in Microsoft Windows environment with working knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Computer skills required with emphasis in Excel and Word of Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Prioritize own work.
- Check the quality and timeliness of own work.
- Excellent organization skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Good Math skills
- Ability to communicate with internal and external customers via phone.
- Ability to handle cash and safeguard company assets (checks and cash)
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously accurately and meet daily deadlines.
- Ability to work in a fast past environment.
- Ability to respond to inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Or mail resume and cover letter to:
Send resume to:
Alzheimer's Association, Home Office
225 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60601
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and we appreciate your interest in the Alzheimer's Association.
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