Winter Growth, Inc.
Accounting Assistant
Columbia, Maryland•Part-time
$23 - $25 hourly
$23 - $25 hourly
About the Job
Company: Winter Growth Inc.
Department: Finance/Accounting.
Reports To: Executive Director.
Location: Corporate Office.
Department: Finance/Accounting.
Reports To: Executive Director.
Location: Corporate Office.
Job Summary:
Winter Growth Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our corporate finance team. This is a full-time, entry-level position ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a foundation in corporate accounting. The Accounting Assistant will support Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and general accounting operations while gaining hands-on experience in a professional corporate environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable (AP):
- Assist with processing vendor invoices and expense reports.
- Verify invoice accuracy, coding, and approvals.
- Enter invoices into the accounting system and support payment runs.
- Maintain vendor records and respond to basic vendor inquiries.
Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Prepare and issue customer invoices.
- Record and apply customer payments accurately.
- Assist with monitoring outstanding receivables.
- Help maintain customer account records.
General Accounting & Corporate Support:
- Perform data entry and maintain organized financial documentation.
- Assist with account reconciliations and month-end close activities.
- Support internal and external audits as needed.
- Follow established accounting policies and internal controls.
- Provide general administrative support to the accounting team.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Preferred:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Internship or coursework experience in accounting or finance.
- Exposure to accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, MIP, or similar).
Skills & Competencies:
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and take direction.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a corporate setting.
What Winter Growth Inc. Offers:
- Structured training and mentorship.
- Opportunities for professional growth within the finance team.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.