Accounting Assistant (Full-Time or Part-Time)

FGC is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join its growing Accounting Team – this position can be either full-time or part-time, depending upon the desire of the candidate and their fit with the company.
The ideal candidate should be self-motivated and detail oriented, have at least one year of relevant experience, and be well organized with a basic understanding of accounting principles.
This position will be responsible for afternoon coverage of the accounting department, and therefore will need to be available until 5:00 PM during the work week.
The position will report to FGC’s Controller.
Key Responsibilities: Manage daily workload, ensuring that deadlines are met, and work completed accurately Provide support to the accounting department Creation of sales orders and purchase orders Reviewing contracts Reviewing and authorizing customer credit applications Sales order/purchase order review & clean up Completing vendor credit applications Credit card reconciliations Other duties as assigned by Accountant or Controller Qualifications: 1 year of relevant accounting experienceand/or training Intermediate/advanced knowledge with all Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel Intermediate/advanced knowledge of QuickBooks Knowledge of financial principles and accounting terminology Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task Performance under pressure Exceptional written and communication skills Passion for business and finance Self-motivated and self-directed Attention to detail