Accounting Assistant

LS Networks is currently looking for enthusiastic and innovative professionals to join our team. We highly value dedicated individuals who are committed to making positive impacts on both our customers and team members. Our mission is to provide high-speed fiber network services to rural and underserved communities throughout the Pacific Northwest.  

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team. This person will play a vital role in supporting the financial department by assisting the accounting team with tasks such as processing vendor invoices, helping with payroll, and maintaining financial records.

The Accounting Assistant will report directly to the Senior Accountant. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a starting salary of $47,700.00 - $58,200.00 annually, depending on experience.

Location: Hybrid/remote—The Accounting Assistant must work onsite at our downtown Portland, Oregon office but flexibility with remote opportunity is available.

We believe in taking care of our employees and offer the following benefits:

• Complete medical & dental coverage starting at 90% employer-paid premiums for single coverage.
• Our safe harbor 401(k) plan is available to employees on day one and includes a 100% fully vested employer match of up to 4% of your compensation.
• Eight paid holidays, flexible "Take What You Need" PTO, paid family leave, and 16 hours of paid volunteer time!
• LS Networks employees can also take advantage of local employee store passes at Columbia Sportswear, Adidas, and Costal.

Essential Functions

• Accurately process vendor invoices, print and mail checks

• Maintain vendor records, reconcile statements, and file vendor invoices

• Assist with payroll processing and maintaining employee records

• Support the accounting team in various administrative tasks

• Assist with other duties as assigned

•Reports onsite at the HQ office

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic financial, tax, and accounting principles

• Proficiency with office productivity applications and aptitude for learning new systems

• Must have strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, reliable, a self-starter, and have a professional attitude

• Possess strong communication written and verbal communication skills

• Organizational and time management skills

• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures

• Strong skills in problem-solving, documentation, writing, attention to detail, and thoroughness

• Ability to work independently and with a team

• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division accurately

• Capable of identifying and completing critical tasks independently and with a sense of urgency

Education and Experience

• 1-3 years of previous relevant experience in a related field

• An associate degree in finance, accounting, or economics or a relevant degree is a plus

• Proficient to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel

• Experience with NetSuite, a plus

 We pride ourselves on forming diverse teams with a wide array of interpersonal and professional attributes. We don't expect one human to embody all of these skills, but if you have many of these skills and are enthusiastic to learn, we encourage you to apply!

Salary : $47,700 - $58,200