Accounting Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join an organization in Brunswick, Georgia in a contract-to-hire capacity. This role supports both payroll and accounts payable operations, helping maintain accurate financial records and timely payment processing across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable handling sensitive payroll matters, and able to collaborate with department leaders to resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end payroll activities by assisting with regular payroll processing and ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
• Review employee time records for completeness and accuracy, making updates and corrections when issues are not resolved at the department level.
• Partner with supervisors and department leadership to investigate and resolve payroll-related questions or discrepancies.
• Prepare and document special payroll deductions, including items such as garnishments, tax levies, and jury duty adjustments.
• Compile and organize payroll data needed for off-cycle or supplemental payroll runs.
• Assist with preparing information required for 941 tax deposit activities and related payroll reporting support.
• Provide backup coverage for payroll operations by maintaining cross-functional knowledge of all key payroll tasks.
• Process invoices for weekly accounts payable payment cycles and help ensure vendor payments are issued accurately and on schedule.
• Contribute to accounts payable support activities through cross-training and assistance with broader AP functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting payroll administration in a multi-department or healthcare-related environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice handling and payment run support.
• Ability to reconcile records, review financial details for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies effectively.
• Familiarity with accounting operations such as journal entries, billing support, and general accounting tasks.
• Experience processing check requests and maintaining proper supporting documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and leadership teams.