Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support core financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Lakeville, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an organized individual who can manage day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and help keep billing and cash flow processes running smoothly. The role will contribute across both payables and receivables while ensuring transactions are properly tracked and reconciled.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure timely and accurate payment activity.
• Prepare customer billing records, issue invoices, and follow up on outstanding balances to support consistent receivables management.
• Reconcile account activity by reviewing discrepancies, researching variances, and updating records as needed.
• Maintain organized financial documentation and assist with routine accounting tasks that support month-to-month operations.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows to promote accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve invoice questions, payment issues, and account-related concerns in a timely manner.• Experience handling accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in an accounting environment with strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of billing processes, payment tracking, and account reconciliation practices.
• Ability to perform essential accounting functions with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfort managing multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills for researching and resolving financial discrepancies.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for daily financial operations.