Accounting Specialist

Accounting Services Specialist IPaladin Consulting is currently hiring an Accounting Services Specialist I to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Rochester, NY. We work with companies that offer environments for our employees to contribute, learn, and advance their career. We treat you like you are part of the family.Job Title: Accounting Services Specialist IWork Location: Rochester, NYDuration: 1 year contract with option to extendHours: 8-430 or 830-5; Hybrid role: Tues-Thurs in office/Monday and Friday at homeEducation/Experience Required: AAS in Accounting/Business/Finance preferred.Job Description & Responsibilities:Under close supervision performs various financial or accounting duties of moderate complexity.Reviews codes and enters information into applicable financial system to ensure accurate sub-ledger data feeds to the general ledger.Provides first level response to all inquiries via email and phone in accordance with department policy to ensure quality service standards are met.Researches, reconciles, and analyzes data within designated group to ensure financial and quality standards are met.Generates and provides reports to Supervisor and/or Accounting Specialist II or III to ensure accuracy of data and compliance with both client policies and Sarbanes Oxley.Engages in monthly team and department meetings to ensure continued technical and self-development.Prepares and presents specific topics if requested.Verifies the completeness and consistency of accounting or financial transactions to ensure that controls and policies are being met.Trains new employees and cross-trains existing employees on daily operational functions to ensure that technical skills are transferred consistently.Writes and reviews department procedures to ensure procedures are up to date and accurate.Recommends changes if necessary.Skills & Qualifications:AAS in Accounting/Business/Finance preferred.Minimum of 1 year of work experience.Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.Attention to detail and organization skills required.For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at Paladin is an EEOC employer.