Account Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Account Specialist to join a team in Salem, Oregon, supporting high-volume accounts payable and accounts receivable work for a backlog of client reconciliations. This Long-term Contract position is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to work independently in a fast-paced environment where strong attendance and consistency are essential. The ideal candidate brings hands-on QuickBooks expertise, strong Excel skills, and the ability to keep multiple account records accurate, current, and organized.

Responsibilities:
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities across a large portfolio of client accounts while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations in QuickBooks to resolve overdue balances, identify discrepancies, and bring financial records up to date.
• Review billing transactions and supporting documentation to ensure account activity is recorded correctly and consistently.
• Use Excel to organize financial data, track reconciliation progress, and support reporting needs for account status updates.
• Investigate variances between account records and source documents, then apply appropriate corrections within accounting systems.
• Maintain organized financial files and documentation so completed work can be easily reviewed and tracked.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders as needed to clarify account issues, prioritize urgent items, and keep work moving efficiently.
• Support project-based accounting efforts tied to a high volume of unreconciled client accounts while meeting established productivity expectations.• Proven experience handling both accounts payable and accounts receivable responsibilities in a detail-focused setting.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks, including experience with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Enterprise.
• Demonstrated ability to complete account reconciliations accurately and efficiently across multiple accounts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing financial information.
• Familiarity with billing processes and general accounting functions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fully onsite environment.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to maintain a consistent permanent work schedule.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a high volume of financial tasks without sacrificing accuracy.