Explore a Career with Denning Companies

Office Accounting Assistant

Denning Companies- Chancellor, SD

Full-time, Monday–Friday

Salary Range: $23/hr-$26/hr Depending on Experience

About the Company

Denning Companies is committed to delivering reliable service and operational excellence while fostering a workplace culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Team members are encouraged to learn, contribute ideas, and take ownership of their work while supporting one another in achieving shared goals.

The Role

The Office Accounting Assistant plays an important role in supporting the daily financial and administrative operations of the company. This position combines accounting responsibilities with office coordination duties and works closely with leadership, vendors, customers, and internal team members. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys solving problems, following through on details, and contributing to a positive team environment.

What You'll Do

• Process accounts payable invoices and maintain accurate vendor records

• Assist with accounts receivable activities, including invoicing and payment tracking

• Support payroll processing through data entry, verification, and reporting

• Reconcile vendor statements and help resolve billing discrepancies

• Maintain freight billing records, prepare invoices, and support commission tracking

• Monitor shared accounting inboxes and maintain organized electronic records

• Coordinate office supplies, vendor relationships, and routine administrative activities

• Assist leadership with reporting, special projects, and process improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, office administration, or related experience

• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

• Experience supporting payroll administration or payroll-related activities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word

• Experience using accounting or business management software

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

• Experience working in a small business environment

• Experience with reconciliations and bookkeeping functions

• Experience supporting freight billing or transportation-related accounting processes

• Experience identifying and improving administrative or accounting processes

Our Culture & Core Values

At Denning Companies, we're looking for team members who:

Are Coachable – Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.

Show Persistence – Follow through on challenges and take ownership of results.

Maintain a Positive Attitude – Approach work with a solution-oriented mindset and support a strong team culture.

Lead by Example – Demonstrate integrity, accountability, professionalism, and teamwork in everything they do.

Why This Role

This position offers a diverse mix of accounting, administrative, and operational responsibilities with opportunities to make a meaningful impact across the business. You'll work closely with leadership, gain visibility into multiple areas of the organization, and play an important role in keeping daily operations running smoothly. For candidates who enjoy ownership, variety, and problem-solving in a small-business environment, this role provides an opportunity to contribute and grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Denning Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.