Accounting Assistant (Payables)

O'Brien & Gere is an employee-owned engineering and project delivery company with 800 scientists, engineers, construction, and operation personnel located in 26 offices across the U.S. With a 60-year history of applying technology and innovation, O'Brien & Gere is a leader in providing total environmental and water solutions, and capital & facilities solutions.

O'Brien & Gere is currently seeking an Accounting Assistant (Payables) to performs tasks that include, but are not limited to the following: Performs duties related to processing accounts payable, or other routine accounting functions of a recurring nature for multiple O’Brien & Gere companies May assist in supervising Accounting Clerks Checks supplier invoices for accuracy Processes approved invoices for payment Prepares and mails checks to suppliers as required Through direct contact with suppliers, compiles information at their request Maintains telephone contact with appropriate supplier representatives regarding status of past due invoices Operates electronic calculators, computer terminals, and other office equipment in conducting assigned tasks Performs any combination of routine calculating and verifying tasks to obtain basic financial information for use in maintaining accounting records Posts detail of business transactions such disbursements or vouchers Performs reconciliation of supplier account statements Performs data entry, filing, copying, and collating as necessary Adheres to policies and standards set forth in the Firm's Quality System documents Performs other accounts payable duties as requested and / or required Requirements:

Qualified candidate will have: High School Diploma with 3-5 years relevant experience; or Associates degree with 1-4 years relevant experience Must possess strong data entry and communication skills The ability to multi-task and work independently is essential Knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word highly desirable, Oracle experience is a plus



At O’Brien & Gere, a variety of benefits have been established to provide a sense of security, support career goals, encourage health and wellness, and foster a feeling of camaraderie among employees. To apply and to learn more about our benefits, culture and challenging opportunities, please visit our website, www.obg.com



 

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