Accounting Specialist

Part Time Bookkeeping And Accounting PositionSchedule: Part Time Monday - Friday with 1 weekend per month-end inventory support. Schedule flexible.Pay: $24.00 to $29.00 / hour based on experienceGENERAL PURPOSEPerform a broad range of bookkeeping and accounting duties, occasionally of a difficult or complex nature, in support of daily, monthly, and yearly accounting activities and projects. Perform work in accordance with accepted procedures and established guidelines. Ensure accurate accounting records; research and resolve discrepancies. Resolve atypical problems and serve as a resource to others. Prepare financial, statistical, production, and/or technical reports. Demonstrate full proficiency of bookkeeping accounting principles, but not at the skill and knowledge level of a fully trained accountant.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUse accounting or production software, databases, and/or spreadsheetsMaintain accurate and complete records, including ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and information related to supplies and inventoryAssist the accounting department in daily, monthly, and annual activities, including generating reports, preparing budgets or forecasts, assisting with audits, and resolving discrepanciesClassify, code, and record transactions and post entries to the general ledgerVerify and process accounts payable and receivable, invoices, payroll, and/or other financial transactionsCheck for accuracy in figures, postings, and reports; reconcile or note and report any differences found in the recordsWork with vendors and suppliers to ensure charges are accurate and that payments are received in a timely mannerCommunicate with internal and external customers to discuss account statuses, charges, or discrepancies; utilize other team members as needed to resolveAssist with or complete month-end closing proceduresMake standard calculations to accurately compile and report statisticsGenerate and distribute standard and ad-hoc reportsPrepare summaries, charts, and/or graphs as requestedThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as requiredEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalentSome post-secondary education or undergraduate degree in accounting or related curriculum preferred2 to 4 years of accounting, book-keeping or related experienceCertification and/or License – may be required during course of employmentKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and company computer systemsKnowledge of accounting principlesAble to complete basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionAble to work with accuracy and attention to detailAble to follow through on day-to-day responsibilitiesAble to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlinesAble to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writingAble to problem solveAble to perform task and duties without constant supervisionAble to maintain confidentiality of informationMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishAble to work one (1) weekend a month for inventoryAn Equal Opportunity Employer