Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist supports accounting operations with a focus on commission revenue earned. This includes comparing and reconciling vendor commission reports against company records and vendor contracts, as well as investigating and resolving any order or commission discrepancies identified. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with one to two years of experience who is seeking firsthand experience in a lean, transaction-heavy environment, is detail-oriented, and is looking to grow into increased responsibility over time.

Key Responsibilities

Commission Revenue Accounting

 Support the accurate accrual and reporting of commission revenue earned.

 Enter order invoice details into the order entry system.

 Prepare reconciliation spreadsheets comparing vendor statements, deductions, and chargebacks against internal commission records.

 Investigate discrepancies and collaborate with sales and operations teams to resolve issues, including communicating with vendors or correcting internal records as needed.

 Prepare narratives summarizing reconciliation results and submit final reports for review.

 Assist in preparing commission statements for vendors as needed.

 Follow up with vendors regarding various matters, such as missing commission reports or missing payments.

Other Duties

 Assist with filing accounting documents.

 Maintain all required electronic files and documents (internal and external).

 Maintain organized financial records and backups.

 Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

 Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis requests, as well as other accounting and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Required

 1–2 years of accounting work experience.

 Basic understanding and working knowledge in accounting

 Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and basic formulas.

Preferred

 Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

 Experience working in a small lean business environment.

 Experience in food industry accounting (brokerage, wholesale, distribution, etc.).

 Exposure to commission-based accounting, deductions, or promotional spend.

 Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar platforms.

Personal Attributes

 Maintains strict confidentiality while performing assigned duties.

 Demonstrates a hands-on and collaborative mindset.

 Exhibits strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume transactions.

 Manages multiple tasks effectively while meeting deadlines.

 Prioritizes competing tasks with strong organizational skills.

 Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

 Possesses excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.

 Remains adaptable and flexible in a changing environment.

Company Description

We strive to understand what Job Seekers need to thrive as an Associate of Express Bellevue. We analyze their needs and skills, then pair our Job Seekers with the Bellevue Employer that fits them best. Since 2009, we've been working with Job Seekers and Employers in the King County area and we look forward to many more years of getting people back to work. The Certified Staffing Consultants on our teamwork with our clients to meet and surpass any challenges they may be facing as well as help them achieve their business goals. Some of the services we provide are temporary staffing, evaluation hire, flexible staffing, short-term or long-term contract staffing, and professional/executive recruitment in a wide range of industries.

At Express Bellevue, we understand the needs of your business and our goal is to make sure those needs are met. Without international corporate backing and local knowledge, we are able to support you and your business 100%. Our application process is simple and qualified. This four-step hiring system will help you find your next temporary, short-term, or long-term employment in Bellevue!

Company Description

We strive to understand what Job Seekers need to thrive as an Associate of Express Bellevue. We analyze their needs and skills, then pair our Job Seekers with the Bellevue Employer that fits them best. Since 2009, we've been working with Job Seekers and Employers in the King County area and we look forward to many more years of getting people back to work. The Certified Staffing Consultants on our teamwork with our clients to meet and surpass any challenges they may be facing as well as help them achieve their business goals. Some of the services we provide are temporary staffing, evaluation hire, flexible staffing, short-term or long-term contract staffing, and professional/executive recruitment in a wide range of industries.\r\n\r\nAt Express Bellevue, we understand the needs of your business and our goal is to make sure those needs are met. Without international corporate backing and local knowledge, we are able to support you and your business 100%. Our application process is simple and qualified. This four-step hiring system will help you find your next temporary, short-term, or long-term employment in Bellevue!