Accounting Assistant

Location: Austin, Texas, United States; Workplace: On-site

Company

hirify.global prepares ethical innovators, builders, leaders, public servants, and citizens through open inquiry and civil discourse.

What you will do

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, documentation, vendor communications, payment issue resolution, and AP aging follow-up.
• Maintain vendor records, AP documentation, process manuals, and the AP mailbox; assist with annual 1099 preparation and new employee training.
• Reconcile employee credit card expenses and expense reports through Ramp, ensuring accurate coding, approvals, data transfers, and policy compliance.
• Support the Controller with data analysis, reporting projects, bank deposits, monthly close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Participate in annual financial audits and assist with student financial aid application documentation and related administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while handling sensitive and confidential information professionally.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute within a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
• Work with internal departments, external vendors, Finance, Development, and Controller functions.
• Full-time, on-site role supporting the university’s Finance team.