Job Overview
Job TitleAccounting Assistant
Job TypeFull Time
Offered Salary$45,000
LocationAlbany, NY
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Job Description
About AKIVA
AKIVA is an AI-native engineering firm specializing in enterprise services, domain-specific solutions, and high-performance infrastructure from strategy through deployment. We build innovative systems that drive measurable results for commercial enterprises and government agencies.Position Overview
AKIVA is seeking a reliable Accounting Assistant to support temporary financial operations at a public sector client site in New York’s Capital District. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting under the direction of the client’s finance team. As an AKIVA team member, you will have access to AI-enhanced accounting tools that streamline invoice processing, automated reconciliation, and data analysis. All training is included.Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
- Perform bank and account reconciliations
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and analysis documents
- Maintain organized financial records and filing systems
- Support audit preparation and documentation requests
- Utilize AI-powered tools for automated invoice matching, anomaly detection, and financial data analysis
Required Qualifications
- 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
- Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, or similar)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- Valid work authorization required
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable systems
- Public sector or government accounting experience
- Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
What AKIVA Offers
- Competitive hourly pay with weekly or bi-weekly pay options
- AI productivity tools and training provided at no cost to you
- Professional development and skill-building opportunities
- Supportive management team with veteran-owned company values
- Potential for permanent conversion based on client needs and performance
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Interested in staying connected with AKIVA’s AI initiatives, research, and opportunities? Join our AI Innovation Network here: https://www.akiva.com/ai-networkEqual Employment Opportunity Statement
AKIVA is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical disability, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people within a qualified candidate pool. AKIVA is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).Key skills/competency
Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Reconciliations, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, GAAP, Accounting Software, AI ToolsHow to Get Hired at AKIVA AI
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 1-2 years of accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and accounting software like QuickBooks or SAP.
- Emphasize AI familiarity: Showcase any experience or interest in using AI-powered tools for financial analysis and automation, as AKIVA utilizes these.
- Address qualifications directly: Ensure your application clearly demonstrates you meet all required qualifications, including passing a background check and drug screening.
- Showcase relevant experience: If you have preferred qualifications such as an Associate's degree or public sector experience, make them prominent.
- Prepare for interview: Be ready to discuss your understanding of accounting principles and how you handle detailed financial tasks.
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