Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support a financial services client in Blue Ash, Ohio on a long-term contract basis. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who can keep financial records accurate, perform thorough balance reviews, and support dependable close activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth balance sheet and account reconciliations, identify variances, and take appropriate steps to confirm the accuracy of recorded amounts.
• Examine general ledger entries and related backup materials to confirm transactions are classified correctly and supported by proper documentation.
• Create journal entries, reconciliation schedules, and closing workpapers that contribute to monthly and periodic financial close deliverables.
• Investigate unresolved items, aging balances, and other exceptions, partnering with internal teams to drive timely resolution.
• Review accounting data for irregular patterns or unusual fluctuations and raise issues that may require correction or additional analysis.
• Organize and maintain reconciliation files and accounting records in a manner that supports internal control standards and audit readiness.
• Use Excel to sort, analyze, and summarize large volumes of financial information for reporting and account review purposes.
• Contribute to enhancements in reconciliation and reporting procedures to improve efficiency and strengthen accuracy across accounting activities.

Requirements

• Prior experience in an advanced accounting capacity with significant responsibility for reconciliations and account analysis.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work with sizable data sets and perform detailed financial review.
• Working knowledge of general ledger processes, journal entry preparation, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to research discrepancies independently and resolve issues with precision and sound judgment.
• Experience producing well-structured supporting documentation suitable for audit and compliance review.
• Strong organizational ability with success managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with accounting personnel and cross-functional business partners.
• Familiarity with core accounting activities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and reconciliation support.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.