Accounting & Administrative Assistant

Job Summary

The Accounting & Administrative Assistant will play a vital role in supporting daily accounting operations and office management. This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience in a professional environment while contributing to critical business functions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage and update Excel spreadsheets related to financial and administrative tracking.
• Review, sort, and distribute incoming mail and correspondence to appropriate departments.
• Provide general administrative support, including filing, scanning, and maintaining office supplies.
• Help maintain financial records and data entry in accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Assist with basic accounts payable functions, including invoice tracking, data entry, and preparing documentation for processing.
• Support accounts receivable activities such as monitoring outstanding invoices, updating payment records, and assisting with follow-ups as needed.
• Gain exposure to financial processes, compliance, and business operations in a hands-on learning environment.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program, pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Competencies Required:

• Strong time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles (e.g., debits/credits, AP/AR processes) preferred.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading, copy editing, and professional email etiquette.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with NetSuite or other accounting software is a plus but not required.
• Comfortable communicating with management, employees, and vendors via phone and email.

Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility:

N/A.

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required:

• Hybrid Office-based position at our Alpharetta, GA Corporate office
• In office 3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
• General office working conditions requiring long periods of sitting and computer work.

AAP/EEO Statement

NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NextEdge expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NextEdge employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.