Financial Assistant

sentryusa· Central Services
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📍 Watertown, South Dakota, United StatesFull Time

About this role

Role: Sentry Financial Assistant with Emphasis on Accounts Receivable and Financial Reporting 

 

Primary Objective: Own the accounts receivable process from invoice creation to payment 

 

Accountability Chart Roles 

  • Accounts Receivable 
  • Bi-weekly & monthly reporting assistant 

 

Our core values are Hard-Working, Optimism, Ride for the Brand, Integrity, and Passion. If you display these characteristics, we want you on our team! 

 

Primary Duties 

  • Create and format invoices per requests from project managers 
  • Develop processes and spreadsheets to streamline invoicing 
  • Set up invoice templates for new jobs, including researching job-specific tax requirements and customer invoicing requirements 
  • Assist with new customer setup 
  • Generate customer statements 
  • Process payments 
  • Follow up on past due invoices 
  • Monitor pending invoices and update as needed 
  • Complete journal entries to allocate revenue across multiple internal departments 
  • Assist Controller with monthly financials & bi-weekly reports 
  • Front desk backup 
  • Crosstrain to accounts payable tasks as needed 
  • Flex Project Coordinator 
  • Other duties as assigned 

 

What does Winning look like? 

  • Invoices are created, approved, and sent out within 3 days. 
  • Past due invoices are below the accepted threshold. 
  • Run all weekly & bi-weekly reports in a backup capacity. 
  • Payments are posted the same day we receive them.  

 

Requirements 

  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
  • Attention to detail 
  • Microsoft Office experience - especially Excel 
  • General computer literacy  
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Accounts Receivable and related ledger entries 

 

Preferred Skills 

  • Quickbooks Desktop 
  • SharePoint 
  • Balance Sheets and P&Ls 
  • Journal Entries  
  • Cost Accounting 
  • Excel Pivot Tables 
  • Knowledge of capitalizing assets, recording depreciation, and accrued interest is a plus but not required for this position.  

 

FOLLOWUPS AND INTERVIEW REQUESTS WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL, SO PLEASE WATCH YOUR SPAM FOLDER! We don't want to miss you! 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Financial Assistant position at sentryusa?
The salary for this Financial Assistant role at sentryusa is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Financial Assistant position at sentryusa located?
This Financial Assistant role at sentryusa is based in Watertown, South Dakota, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Financial Assistant role at sentryusa full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Financial Assistant role in the Central Services department at sentryusa.
Which team or department does the Financial Assistant at sentryusa belong to?
This Financial Assistant position is part of the Central Services department at sentryusa. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Financial Assistant position at sentryusa?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to sentryusa's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Financial Assistant job at sentryusa posted?
This Financial Assistant position at sentryusa was posted on Jul 31, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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