Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

We're hiring an Accounting Specialist to join a growing organization in the life sciences space. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats and wants to grow alongside an expanding business. The position will initially focus on Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, while also supporting the month-end close and broader finance operations.

What you'll be doing:

• Analyze customer accounts and identify payment issues
• Generate and distribute customer invoices
• Enter and manage wholesale orders not processed via EDI
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Follow up on, collect, and apply customer payments
• Process vendor invoices through the AP system
• Support employee expense report processing
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns
• Prepare journal entries in QuickBooks Online
• Assist with month-end close activities

What we're looking for:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Online
• Experience with Avalara is a plus

$80,000 - $88,000 a year