Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support key financial operations for a organization in Greensboro, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience across payables, receivables, billing, and account balancing while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced setting. The person in this role will help keep financial records organized, payments processed on time, and customer and vendor accounts properly maintained.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing disbursements, and ensuring timely payment processing.

• Oversee accounts receivable tasks by issuing invoices, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on open customer accounts.

• Prepare and maintain billing records to support accurate charges, proper documentation, and timely submission.

• Reconcile financial accounts on a routine basis to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and maintain reliable reporting data.

• Process incoming and outgoing payment transactions with close attention to accuracy, approvals, and established accounting procedures.

• Support general accounting operations by updating financial information, organizing records, and assisting with transaction review.

• Work with internal teams to research payment or billing issues and help bring accounts to resolution efficiently.

• Hands-on experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Working knowledge of billing processes, payment handling, and account reconciliation practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and manage detailed transactional data.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Comfortable working in a structured accounting environment with multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in core accounting functions and routine financial administration.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal stakeholders regarding account questions or payment matters.