Accounting Specialist

About the role

Destination Cleveland is looking for a motivated Accounting Specialist to join its outgoing accounting team. The role involves daily financial operations, monthly close, and cross-departmental collaboration while handling sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, assign, and code invoices for payables and receivables in BILL (formerly Bill.com)
• Post invoices in the correct period and code to appropriate fund, subdepartment, project, and expense per the annual budget
• Initiate prompt payment after approval and follow up on reissued checks, credit memos, voids, and missing invoices
• Design and maintain internal controls; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and recommend process improvements
• Reconcile accounts to the general ledger; track payments to vendors
• Process staff check requests; develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure GAAP compliance
• Manage vendor setup and maintenance, including supplier diversity metrics and annual vendor list audits
• Prepare and distribute annual Form 1099s and resolve related notices
• Handle accounts receivable: prepare and send contribution invoices, follow up on outstanding receivables, and reconcile to the general ledger
• Generate monthly invoices for the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission; prepare bank deposits and post journal entries
• Assist with monthly close, credit card statement payment, and expense report imports
• Reconcile benefits (medical insurance, parking) and file contracts per internal policies
• Prepare unclaimed funds and sales and use tax reports; file in accordance with internal controls
• Track progress in Wrike; assist with the annual financial audit by pulling requested invoices
• Process sports ticket requests and transfers; participate in Finance team presentations to other departments
• Provide friendly, high-quality service to staff and act as a brand ambassador internally and externally
• Perform other accounting projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field and 2–3 years of accounting or similar experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to reconcile accounts and support schedules to the general ledger and create new reconciliations
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and understanding of the importance of diverse suppliers
• Experience working within a general ledger and A/P and A/R system
• Familiarity with BILL (formerly Bill.com) or Sage Intacct is a plus
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, debits and credits, and their impact on the general ledger
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently or collaboratively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all management levels
• Knowledge of 1099 reporting requirements
• Valid driver’s license

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: five days per week in office for the first 90 days; up to two days per week remote thereafter.

Pay

Salary range: $53,160 – $66,450 annually, plus a potential 4% annual bonus.