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Sep 23
5 Essential Skills You’ll Need for an Online Accounting Assistant Job

5 Essential Skills You’ll Need for an Online Accounting Assistant Job

  • September 23, 2021
  • John Carlo Pagsolingan
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With the growing popularity of remote work, many continue to shift to online jobs to continue working. Among these people are accounting assistants. An online accounting assistant job is not only more convenient for them, but it’s also a great deal safer. For one, you don’t need to go to an office anymore, which means you don’t need to commute anymore.

Another advantage of an online accounting assistant job is the salary range. An entry-level online accounting assistant salary ranges from Php 15,000 to Php 17,000. This salary range, combined with the first advantage I’ve mentioned, will earn you a lot of money in the long run.

With these incentives, you may be wondering what you’ll be doing as an online accounting assistant. Entry-level accounting duties and responsibilities include:

  • Performing basic clerical tasks such as data entry, answering queries via email or phone call, etc.
  • Process financial transactions, issuance of checks, and updating ledgers and budgets.
  • Assist accountants in auditing, fact-checking, and resolving discrepancies in client data.
  • Prepare financial reports for review.
  • Provide support to your company’s accounting department.

VA Salary

Here is the average salary of online accounting assistants, depending on skill level.

If you’re interested in applying for an online accounting assistant job, then this article is for you. This article will focus on the skills you’ll need to become a successful online accounting assistant.

Research Skills

Research Skills

First on our list is researching skills. Wait, this article is supposed to discuss what skills you’ll need to become an accounting assistant. Why am I suddenly talking about research skills then? Remember, you’ll be analyzing a lot of data and ensure that all of them are accurate and free of errors. Having at least basic research skills will allow you to accomplish this task efficiently.

Skills such as critical thinking, analyzing, and recording data are crucial to research and accounting. These skills will allow you to produce accurate and detailed financial reports to your superiors about the company’s finances. Doing this allows your fellow accountants to focus on their tasks instead of worrying whether they got their data wrong.

Reliabilty

Reliability

Another skill that you’ll need to have for your online accounting assistant job is reliability. It’s not enough that you’re good at your job. You must also be capable of submitting your data on time and being present when you’re needed. Displaying reliability to both your co-workers and superiors will improve your image to them and show you’re someone committed to your job.

Another advantage of being reliable is that it helps form habits. Habits allow you to do your tasks efficiently and with little difficulty. In addition, being reliable also gives you a sense of purpose and motivation to do your work.

Knowledgable with Computers

Knowledgable with Computers

In today’s virtual world, knowing how to operate a computer is an essential skill that allows you to work quickly and efficiently. And I’m not just talking about knowledge with using Microsoft Excel. I’m also talking about using modern bookkeeping applications such as Xero, QuickBooks Online, and inDinero.

In addition to knowing how to use modern bookkeeping applications, you must also be familiar with conducting basic troubleshooting on your computer. Remember that you’ll be doing the majority of your work on your computer. You must know how it works and how to maintain it so that you can work efficiently.

Excellent Communication Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Due to the nature of your job, it’s no surprise that you’ll be conversing with a variety of people. From your superiors to your fellow accountants, and even to company clients, you must know how to talk to them. You must be able to present yourself professionally and clearly so that they’ll be inclined to listen to you.

For example, you need to present your financial reports to your superiors. Try to present your findings in a way that they can easily understand what you’re saying. Doing this avoids confusion between you and your bosses. And it also allows them to grasp the company’s financial situation and form policies based on it.

Discretion

Discretion

Another crucial trait that any aspiring online accounting assistant should possess is discretion. As an accounting assistant, your job includes ensuring that company financial records remain confidential. What this means is that you should never share sensitive information about the company’s finances with anyone.

Another benefit of having discretion in your work is that your superiors are more likely to trust you with sensitive information. Not only will this show your skills and competence to them, but also your integrity.

Conclusion

Conclusion

And there you have it. Here are some of the essential skills that you’ll need for an online accounting assistant job. Without these skills, you’ll have trouble accomplishing your tasks, particularly in a remote setup. I hope that you’ll find this article informative and helpful in your search for an online job.

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John Carlo Pagsolingan is a carefree yet hardworking writer with aspirations of becoming a teacher in the future. He believes that remote working isn’t just a substitute; but is a legitimate alternative to face-to-face work. Learn more as he writes about the advantages of remote work and tips for aspiring remote workers.

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