Accounting Specialist

West Des Moines, United States | Posted on 09/15/2026 TheAccounting Specialist is responsible for a broad range of accounting functions,including general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation andreview, month-end close, reconciliations, inventory and COGS accounting, salesand use tax, supplier payments, intercompany transactions, rebates, andERP-related activities. The positionprovides cross-functional accounting coverage and backup within the Accountingdepartment, including support and backup to the Controller. The AccountingSpecialist is expected to understand transactions from source documentationthrough the general ledger and financial statements, independently performassigned close activities, research and resolve discrepancies, determineappropriate accounting treatment, and escalate complex issues when necessary. TheAccounting Specialist is also expected to understand, document, and improveaccounting processes, identify control gaps, and support the development andimprovement of internal controls and procedures. Performgeneral ledger accounting and month-end close activities, includingbalance-sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, clearingaccounts, journal entries, credits, rebills, and other assigned accountingactivities. Ensure transactions are properly supported, recorded, and reflectedin the financial statements. Prepare andreview financial statements, account reconciliations, schedules, and supportingdocumentation. Independently research discrepancies by tracing transactionsfrom source documentation through the general ledger and determine appropriateaccounting treatment or escalate issues when necessary. Performinventory-related accounting and reconciliations, including inventoryvariances, COGS, vendor credits, rebates, and related general ledger activity. Process andreconcile supplier rebates and vendor credits, maintain supportingdocumentation, and communicate with suppliers regarding outstanding or disputedamounts. Process andreconcile intercompany transactions and accounts, research differences,maintain supporting documentation, and communicate with other Company locationsor entities to resolve outstanding items. Coordinatesales and use tax filings, including preparation and reconciliation of taxinformation, maintenance of exemption documentation, and coordination with theCompany's tax provider. Prepare andprocess scheduled supplier payments, including ACH, check, and wire payments;review payment batches, monitor due dates and discounts, and reconcile paymentactivity in accordance with established internal controls. Managecustomer account setup and maintenance within Prophet 21 and support accountsreceivable activities including payment application, account research,reconciliations, credits, rebills, credit holds, and collection issues asneeded. Provideaccounting and ERP support, including researching posting issues, maintainingaccurate accounting and customer data, assisting with reporting, and supportingsystem, automation, and Scribe initiatives. Maintain anddocument accounting procedures and work instructions. Evaluate existingprocesses, identify inefficiencies and control gaps, and assist in developingand implementing improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and control. Providecross-functional accounting coverage and backup throughout the Accountingdepartment, including designated backup and support to the Controller. Maintainconfidentiality of financial, customer, supplier, and other Company informationand exercise sound professional judgment. Performother accounting-related duties and special projects as assigned. Requirements Qualifications Education & Experience Associate'sdegree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required, or equivalentrelevant accounting experience; Bachelor's degree preferred. 2–4 years ofprogressive accounting experience preferred. Experiencewith general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation and/orreview. Experienceperforming month-end close activities independently. Experiencewith reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, clearing accounts,inventory accounting, COGS, intercompany transactions, rebates, and relatedaccounting activities preferred. Experiencewith an ERP/accounting system preferred; Prophet 21 experience a plus. Skills &Abilities Strongunderstanding of accounting principles and the relationship between sourcetransactions, the general ledger, and financial statements. Stronganalytical, reconciliation, research, and problem-solving skills. Ability toindependently identify and resolve discrepancies and recognize when issuesrequire escalation. Ability tounderstand, document, evaluate, and improve accounting processes rather thansimply follow established procedures. Ability toidentify control gaps and support the development and improvement of internalcontrols. Strongattention to detail and accuracy. Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems. Ability towork independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. Strongwritten and verbal communication skills. Ability tomaintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment. Health, dental, and vision insurance Generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays off per calendar year, PTO accrual, and paid leave options Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care expenses Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage #J-18808-Ljbffr