Accounting Specialist

About the role

The Accounting Specialist supports the organization’s financial operations by performing a variety of accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, enter and import transactions to include journal entries, cash receipts, cash disbursements, and accounts payable invoices
• Review invoices for accuracy, support and compliance
• Prepare and perform weekly check runs
• Maintain historical records by scanning and filing documents
• Research and resolve vendor/invoice discrepancies and issues
• Maintain vendor files
• Maintain general ledger accounts by verifying and entering transactions
• Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and intercompany accounts
• Balance general ledger by preparing trial balance, reconciling entries, account analysis, and balance sheet workpapers
• Summarize current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports
• Provide financial status information by preparing special reports, completing special projects, creating and maintaining spreadsheets
• Aid with budgeting and financial reporting as needed
• Support audits by providing requested documentation and analysis
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, preferred
• Minimum of 2-5 years general accounting/bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Understanding of accounts payable processes
• Knowledge of relevant accounting software
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in data entry and data management