Accounting Specialist

Driving accuracy. Supporting strong financial operations. — Join Velocity Electronics as our next ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST in Austin. We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support our AMR entities, primarily handling accounts payable activities and assisting with the month‑end close process. In this role, you will work closely with both internal teams and external partners to ensure timely invoice processing, accurate financial records, and smooth financial operations. If you are detail‑oriented and enjoy working in a collaborative finance environment that supports the business through reliable financial processes — we want to meet you. What can you expect to do? Accounts Payable Management: Independently and effectively manage the accounts payable process for the Austin office, including inputting and posting vendor payments, assisting with supplier dispute resolution, maintaining aging reports, and proactively clearing aged items. Payment Processing: Generate and record payments to employees for payroll or reimbursements, and to vendors for goods or services. Month‑End Close Support: Assist with the month‑end close for AMR entities, including reconciling balance sheet accounts to the general ledger. Vendor Payment Administration: Facilitate the payment of vendor invoices via various methods (check, credit card, escrow, wire, ACH, etc.), ensuring all payments are processed and accurately recorded in the ERP system on time. RMA & Credit Processing: Process customer or vendor RMAs and credits in accordance with company procedures. Cash Application: Enter, apply, and post customer and supplier payments accurately within the financial system. Aging Management: Maintain AR and/or AP aging reports and take appropriate actions to ensure accounts remain current. Payroll Processing: Generate payroll for assigned offices within the AMR region. Expense Compliance Review: Review and process employee travel and entertainment expense reports in compliance with corporate policy. Corporate Card Reconciliation: Process and record credit card expenses within the appropriate accounting period. What is the experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this role? 4‑year college degree in Accounting; Advanced degree and/or active CPA license preferred. 1+ years of experience in Operational or Financial Accounting (AR, AP, etc.) Introductory knowledge in operational accounting. Working knowledge of applicable local and regional taxes. Computer literate: experience with complex ERP systems preferred. Why Join Us At Velocity Electronics, our core values—Be Amazing Today, Demonstrate Mutual Respect and Trust, Act Courageously, and Own Your Outcomes—drive our success. Are you someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is driven to exceed goals? At Velocity, you’ll be empowered to take ownership of your success, build meaningful relationships, and drive growth through innovative solutions. Join a top independent electronic components distributor serving the world’s leading contract manufacturers and OEMs! As set forth in Velocity Electronics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Velocity Electronics