About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level accounting role supports the merchandising accounts team as a Merchandising Accounts Assistant. You will maintain a portfolio of merchandise vendor accounts, reconcile open invoices, handle shortage disputes, analyze proof-of-delivery details, and confirm that purchase orders were received into store inventory. Your work ensures inventory is adjusted correctly and vendors are paid on time. You will collaborate with stores, procurement, and vendors to resolve discrepancies and meet daily deadlines.

• Maintain a portfolio of merchandise vendor accounts and reconcile open invoices
• Investigate and resolve shortage disputes using proof-of-delivery and inventory records
• Confirm purchase orders were received into store inventory and initiate adjustments when needed
• Prepare documentation to support vendor payments and ensure timely processing
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to research and close discrepancies
• Use Microsoft Excel and Outlook to track work, report status, and meet daily deadlines

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (high GPA preferred)
• Entry-level accounting experience or relevant internship/coursework
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Ability to maintain and meet daily deadlines across multiple projects
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and a customer-service mindset when interacting with vendors and internal partners

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Location & Schedule

• Location: Bloomfield (Pittsburgh), PA 15289 — this is a hybrid role
• Schedule: Approximately 2 days onsite per week; remainder remote as agreed with the team
• Position type: Full-time, entry level

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Compensation & Additional Info

• Estimated compensation: $56,254 per year (estimated)
• Role title: Entry Level Accounting Associate / Merchandising Accounts Assistant
• You will be employed by Confidential Client (hiring organization) if selected

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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