Accounting & Finance Specialist

Job Description The Accounting & Finance Specialist (AFS) will perform accounting, customer service and organizational tasks to promote the financial health of the company. The AFS will be responsible for entering all accounts payables, reconciling all accounts payables, assisting with accounts receivables reconciliation while tracking all invoices to ensure the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients while maintaining the accounting files. Duties/Responsibilities: Maintain accounting filing systems; including scanning for electronic files and organization of physical documents Manage new client and customer set ups Maintain and update customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions Reconcile accounts payables and company credit card purchases Maintain and reconcile fixed asset system and prepares standard month-end journal entries Review general ledgers to ensure accruals are appropriate Provide financial analysis and reporting in support of business decision making and provide accounting support as needed for routine transactions as well as larger strategic initiatives Identify financial risks or issues and continually provide accounting support on a proactive basis Assist with answering and screening of high-volume calls Create reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested Research discrepancies and past-due amounts Assist in reconciling revenue accounts each month Provide support and analysis for quarterly and year-end reporting May assist with reconciling accounts receivable Assist with financial aspects of audits Copy, file, and retrieve materials for finance and accounting as needed Maintain accounting filing systems Perform other related duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Proficient with QuickBooks accounting software and standard office and accounting equipment Working knowledge of organizations applicable financial practices and procedures, as well as a thorough understanding of state and federal rules and regulations Proficient in Microsoft Office with special emphasis in Excel Excellent verbal and written communication skills Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred At least three years accounting experience required Full Charge Bookkeeping experience preferred Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds at times #J-18808-Ljbffr