Accounting Assistant

Sodexo is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their Contract Compliance & Licensing department in Cheektowaga, NY. This position requires strong administrative skills and attention to detail, focusing on processing license and permit applications and collaborating with various departments for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Calculate, prepare and file license/permit applications with jurisdictions
• Process application/renewal payment requests through the AP Payment Request Portal or online P-card payment
• Review the contents of prepared license/permit registrations and W9 documents for completeness and accuracy
• Input data into the Licensing/Permit Access database
• Partner with Tax and other corporate departments to resolve issues that impact the filing of licenses and permits
• Create and utilize licensing/permit reports to aid the units in maintaining timely renewals and updates
• Support and assist with the receipt and distribution of license/permit applications received from units and jurisdictions
• Partner with the Accounts Payable and Mailing departments to ensure accurate and timely processing and mailing of license/permit payments

Skills

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Great organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• SAP experience strongly desired

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

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