Accounting Specialist

About the role

As an Accounting Specialist, you will analyze financial information, maintain accurate records, assist with accounting duties, and provide timely, courteous responses to inquiries or complaints from clients, vendors, and lenders. You should also be a skilled researcher with strong communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and report monthly operating results to Accounting Leadership with variance explanations.
• Supervise the preparation of monthly operating statements to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, commitments, and Aramark policy and procedures.
• Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger.
• Review balance sheets quarterly with accountants and supervisors to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with Aramark policy and procedures and client contractual obligations for all locations.
• Assist with corporate reporting and internal auditing reports and questions.
• Participate in special projects as required by management.
• Process and organize invoices to ensure bills are paid and received in a timely manner.
• Review ledgers, statements, and balance sheets for accuracy.
• Record financial information and provide summaries when necessary.
• Recommend actions to stop misuse of budget and reduce loss.
• Maintain accounts by recording, identifying, and verifying financial transactions.
• Follow internal accounting procedures and policies to ensure financial security is maintained.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and other informative meetings to stay up-to-date on new technologies.
• Collaborate with others in the accounting department to ensure all financial actions are accurate.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in accounts payable or accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Technical knowledge of accounting regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong computer skills, including accounting databases, Excel, and other software.
• Ability to thoroughly analyze and research information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About Aramark

Our Mission: Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing—a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work—our focus is helping you reach your full potential.