Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

About Meaden & Moore:

Meaden & Moore is a leading accounting, tax, advisory, and business consulting firm serving middle-market businesses, insurance carriers, law firms, and other organizations across the United States. The firm provides a broad range of services including forensic accounting, litigation support, risk advisory, tax, assurance, and business consulting solutions.

Having recently partnered with Unity Partners, Meaden & Moore is entering an exciting new phase of growth. The company is executing a strategy focused on organic expansion, operational excellence, and strategic acquisitions, creating significant opportunities for team members to help shape the future of a rapidly growing firm. As the business continues to grow, Meaden & Moore is investing in talent, technology, and infrastructure to support its next chapter.

About Unity Partners:

Unity Partners is a private equity firm based in Dallas, Texas that invests in founder- and family-owned business services companies across North America. The firm partners with management teams to accelerate growth through operational improvements, technology enablement, talent development, and strategic M&A.

Unlike traditional financial investors, Unity takes a collaborative approach to value creation, working closely alongside management teams to build market-leading platforms. The firm focuses on long-term partnership, operational excellence, and creating sustainable growth for employees, customers, and shareholders.

Opportunity:

We are currently seeking an Accounting Specialist that supports accounting operations and financial reporting activities by analysis, reconciliations, month-end close support, and maintenance of accurate financial records. This role serves as a key contributor to the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting function.

Responsibilities:

• Process and maintain accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions
• Prepare and post routine journal entries and perform account reconciliations
• Support month-end close activities and financial reporting processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Monitor, investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, account balances, and financial results
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and other financial planning activities
• Assist with audit preparation by gathering documentation and responding to requests
• Support compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting standards
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial information
• Analyze financial results and identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 2–4 years of experience in an accounting or finance role
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, and month-end close processes
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, or monthly financial reports preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a professional services environment
• Ability to independently manage assigned accounting processes
• Experience supporting month-end close processes
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, or variance analysis
• Experience preparing or reviewing monthly financial statements and reports
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and recommend solutions
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems

Benefits, Perks, Culture, and Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and company’s achievements as well.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

Benefits/Compensation:

Determining actual compensation relies on many factors including individual candidate experience, qualifications, and comparable benchmarks. Base compensation for this role typically ranges between $24.04 - $31.25 an hour.

In addition to compensation and bonus opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees professionally and personally. Our offerings include:

Benefits & Offerings:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• 401(k) matching and profit sharing

• Professional development support

• Professional certification support and reimbursement

• Employee referral and new business bonus opportunities

• Wellness and employee assistance resources

• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities

• Parental bonding time and compensation continuance

• Flexible and hybrid work opportunities, where applicable

Culture & Perks:

• Team outings, firm events, and holiday celebrations

• Busy season appreciation and stress-relief programs

• Wellness initiatives and incentives

• Technology, retailer, and event discounts

• Employee Resource Groups

• Strong commitment to community involvement, volunteerism, and charitable giving

Learn More About Life at Meaden & Moore:

• Why Us

• Community Involvement

• Our Culture & Employee Experience