Accounting Specialist

An organization is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join its finance team. This is an opportunity for an accounting professional who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and is comfortable balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with analytical and operational support projects.

Key Responsibilities Perform core accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and journal entries

Assist with month-end close activities and reconciliations

Utilize Excel extensively for reporting, reconciliations, data analysis, and forecasting

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives

Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks

Assist with cross-functional and operational projects as business needs arise

Contribute to process improvements and reporting enhancements

Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience

Strong hands-on experience with AP, AR, and general ledger activities

Advanced Excel capabilities (candidates should be prepared to discuss formulas, pivot tables, data analysis techniques, reporting tools, and workflow efficiencies in detail)

Experience using QuickBooks

Ability to manage both detailed transactional work and higher-level analytical tasks

Comfortable working in a small, collaborative environment where responsibilities extend beyond a narrow job scope

Strong communication skills and ability to explain accounting processes clearly