Accounting Assistant Job Responsibilities and Duties Maintains general ledgers Performs payroll activities Processes payables, receivables, payments, and checks Completes routine bookkeeping Assists with financial reports preparation Performs journal entries for company transactions Accounting Assistant Job Requirements Previous accounting/bookkeeping experience Degree in accounting or any business-related course Proficiency in office computer programs Efficient and timely work ethic Critical thinker and detail-oriented Excellent communication and organization skills Substantial knowledge in accounting terminologies Exceptional quantitative and analytical abilities