Accounting Specialist

About This Role

The Accounting Specialist handles specific accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance within an organization's financial operations. This professional manages operational expenses and related financial records for the company, focusing on Accounts Payable (AP), Rent, Utilities, and Van Fleet. The role ensures bills are paid on time, expenses are accurately categorized, and financial data in these areas is effectively maintained.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including invoice entry, coding, approval routing, and payment runs
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset activity
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts
• Execute the period-end and year-end close process in accordance with established timelines
• Prepare financial and management reports for the Controller's review
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns
• Assist with annual 1099 reporting
• Provide documentation and support for external audits and tax preparation
• Maintain internal controls and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of full-cycle bookkeeping or staff accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation
• Thorough understanding of accrual-basis accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Nice to have:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Prior experience in the accounting/bookkeeping sector