Accounting / Office Assistant
StaffBuffalo is actively assisting one of our clients in their search for an Accounting / Office Assistant. This full-time position offers a salary range of $50,000–$60,000 per year and provides a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with hands-on training. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to the daily operations of the accounting department, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, with back up for payroll, and HR tasks. This role is well-suited for someone early in their career who is looking to build a diverse skill set and gain hands-on experience in multiple key areas.

A positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential. The candidate should thrive in a collaborative environment, supporting the accounting team and other departments as needed. Proactivity, flexibility, and a team-oriented mindset will be key to success in this role, which offers opportunities for growth and increasing responsibility. This position is designed to help the candidate become a valuable team member with expertise across AP and AR functions, and are interested in stepping in for some payroll, and HR functions.

This is an in-person, on-site position located in the Buffalo area.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with Accounts Payable tasks, including invoice processing, vendor communication, and payment tracking.
• Support Accounts Receivable functions, such as invoice creation, payment tracking, and report generation.
• Provide payroll backup by verifying employee timesheets, data entry, and supporting payroll processing.
• Maintain accurate employee records and assist with HR documentation and onboarding processes.
• Organize and manage calendars, handle general office tasks, and assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of administrative or support experience; open to candidates eager to learn and grow.
• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word). Experience with QuickBooks or payroll systems is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for career development and cross-training.
• Supportive work environment with mentorship and hands-on training.

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.