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Accounting Specialist

The ZLC Group CPAs LLC

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

About the Role

The Accounting Specialist supports core day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger support. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys hands-on, detail-focused accounting work and wants to build a stable, long-term career in accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

● Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing

● Manage accounts receivable activity, including invoicing, customer receipts, and account follow-up

● Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations

● Prepare and post routine journal entries under guidance from senior staff

● Support month-end and year-end close by organizing records and resolving outstanding items

● Maintain organized, accurate records of accounting transactions and supporting documentation

● Assist with compiling financial information for budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation

● Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal staff to resolve account questions

Qualifications

● Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field (Bachelor's a plus, but not required)

● 1–3 years of relevant accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts payable/receivable experience

● Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel; exposure to Thomson Reuter/Ultra Tax is a plus)

● Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliations

● Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet recurring deadlines

● Clear written and verbal communication skills

● Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred

● Prior experience with accounts payable and/or accounts receivable in a fast-paced environment

● Experience supporting month-end close processes

What We Offer

● Competitive Salary

● Health, dental, and vision insurance

● Company matched 401(k) Plan

● Vacation Pay, Sick Pay and Paid Holidays

● Flexible scheduling options, with half day Fridays during the summer

● Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Cancer, and Life Insurance

● Collaborative, team-oriented culture with opportunities to grow within the accounting department

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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