Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team. The immediate focus of this position will be reviewing and reconciling invoices, researching discrepancies, and ensuring accounting records are accurate and complete.

As the role develops, responsibilities may expand to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other general accounting functions. This is a good opportunity for someone with a solid accounting foundation who enjoys problem-solving and is interested in growing their responsibilities over time.

The schedule is M - F, 8am - 5pm. Pay range is $18-$25 per hour.

What you'll do

• Review and reconcile invoices against purchase orders, receipts, statements, and accounting records
• Research and resolve pricing, quantity, payment, and documentation discrepancies
• Communicate with internal departments and outside vendors or customers to obtain information and resolve issues
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed
• Enter, review, and verify accounting transactions
• Help identify recurring discrepancies and opportunities to improve accounting processes
• Support month-end activities and other accounting projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred; relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree
• Previous experience with invoice reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or general accounting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and follow issues through to resolution
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable communicating with employees, vendors, and customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn new accounting systems
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team

Jo-Kell is a woman-owned electrical distributor and solutions provider serving the military, commercial marine, and industrial markets for nearly 50 years. With locations across the U.S., we combine deep technical expertise, value-added engineering and integration services, and a strong commitment to customer servicepowered by knowledgeable, experienced employees.

Jo-Kell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law. Jo-Kell Inc. also participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. Under this program, Jo-Kell will provide to the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, information from each employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.