Job Openings Accounting Specialist (Nightshift - US)

About the job Accounting Specialist (Nightshift - US)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations. This is a multi-functional role responsible for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Sales & Use Tax, Credit Cards, and Job Costing. 

The ideal candidate will thrive in a small-to-medium business environment, work independently, and maintain a high level of accuracy across financial transactions.

Work Arrangement

  • This position requires full-time, Hybrid Set Up

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Ledger

  • Prepare and post recurring journal entries, including Prepaids, Debt, Fixed Assets,

Payroll, Credit Cards, and Job Costing

  • Manually input journal entries prepared by the Controller into the ERP system
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations for Cash, Prepaids, Debt, and Fixed Assets
  • Support month-end close activities and related account reconciliations

Accounts Payable (AP)

  • Process vendor invoices, including coding, matching to purchase orders, and attaching documentation
  • Perform vendor statement reconciliations
  • Set up new vendors, including collecting W-9s and confirming banking information
  • Process vendor payments accurately and timely

Accounts Receivable (AR) & Cash Management

Monitor past-due balances and follow up with customers

Assist with collections activities, including dunning emails and collection calls

Sales & Use Tax

Prepare monthly Sales and Use Tax returns

Coordinate and ensure timely tax payments and compliance

Credit Cards & Expense Management

  • Serve as credit card administrator in Ramp
  • Ensure compliance with company T&E and Credit Card policies, including:
    • Receipt submission
    • Accurate GL coding
    • Timely manager approvals

Job Costing & Reporting

  • Prepare job costing reports comparing job-to-date hours incurred vs. quoted hours
  • Support management with financial and job performance reporting
  • Monitor contracting inbox for jobs awarded for the day.
  • Proceed to set up jobs in QB (as well as job estimate) and Team Connect for jobs awarded

Procurement

  • Create purchase orders in QB for job material purchases

Payroll

  • Reconcile hours Paychex to Team Connect
  • Calculate payroll and provide to Controller for review

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree in Accounting or Accounting Technology, or
  • 3 – 5 years of equivalent experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably in a small/medium-sized business
  • Accounting degree or equivalent experience preferred

Technical Skills

  • Proficient in QuickBooks or a related similar ERP system
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and accounting software
  • High Volume data entry experience with consistent accuracy

Core Competencies

  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to record, track, and analyze financial data
  • Proven experience processing invoices with minimal to no errors
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
  • Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team