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Accounting Specialist

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support daily financial operations. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable managing a variety of transactional accounting tasks in a fast-moving environment. The person in this position will help keep records accurate, support payment and receivable processes, and contribute to the smooth functioning of the accounting team.

Responsibilities:

• Record invoices, payments, and routine financial activity with a high degree of accuracy and within required timelines.

• Support both payables and receivables by entering transactions, tracking balances, and helping maintain current account records.

• Prepare checks and other outgoing payments while ensuring disbursements are properly documented and authorized.

• Post incoming customer payments and assist with follow-up efforts related to outstanding balances when needed.

• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit card activity, and selected general ledger accounts to confirm accurate reporting.

• Help maintain accounting records by assisting with journal entries, file organization, and system updates.

• Investigate billing or payment inconsistencies and work with internal teams, customers, or vendors to resolve issues promptly.

• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by organizing documentation and supporting required accounting tasks.

• Respond to routine accounting questions from vendors, customers, and colleagues while providing general administrative support to the department.

Benefits:

  • Medical/dental/vision
  • 401K

Keys

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is beneficial.

• At least 1–3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar finance support role is preferred.

• Familiarity with accounts payable, and accounts receivable

• Multiple ERP system experience

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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