Accounting Specialist

Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerkfor a Security company in Cheektowaga, NY! Pay: up to $30/hour Hours: 8am-5pm/M-F Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk. This role offers an opportunity to work on multi-state accounting functions, including financial statement preparation, regulatory reporting, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting and analytical abilities. Experience with MS Office Suite and strong Excel skills. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory standards within our industry. This position offers an engaging environment for an experienced accountant seeking opportunities for growth and advancement within a dynamic organization committed to excellence in financial management, reporting and industry standards. Responsibilities Manage general ledger accounting activities and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data. Record and maintain daily cash control balance sheets, recording credit card activities including debt/loan journal entries. Assist with accounts payable processing, expense reports and commission tabulations ensuring accurate record keeping. Assist with multi-state payroll processing and multi-pay structures, related period end reconciliations and journal entries. Prepare multi-state sales tax schedules and reports following state sales tax reporting requirements using advanced Excel skills. Perform internal inventory analysis and adjustments. Assist with Project cost reporting and journal entries. Utilize various accounting software including QuickBooks On-Line, Excel Spreadsheets, and other management tools to streamline processes. Participate in year-end internal auditing activities by preparing supporting schedules following audit procedures. Maintain various support schedules with deadlines and ensure compliance with COIs, Sales Tax Exempt Certificates, W-9s, Subcontractor Agreements and other account supporting documents/schedules. Assist with Payroll reporting compliance (Prevailing Wage Reporting) Assist Service Department with Client requests Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; or equivalent work experience Strong understanding of GAAP and technical accounting standards. Experience with Accounts Payable and/or Account Receivable/Billing, or payroll processing is a plus. Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks On-Line and Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting. Demonstrated expertise in financial statement preparation, account reconciliation, journal entries, and general ledger management. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and prepare detailed reports. Familiarity with sales tax reporting and ability to create revenue and sales tax analysis in Excel. Familiarity with DOL, FLS standards and compliance requirements a plus. Ability to work independently within a team environment while managing multiple priorities efficiently. Being a Notary or willingness to gain the license is a bonus

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