Accounting Operations Specialist

generis tek • Crystal Lake, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Accounting Operations Specialist to manage daily transactional accounting activities. This role is critical to ensuring accurate cash management, ACH and wire processing, AP batch review, commissions processing, and bank reconciliations. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role supporting daily financial operations and internal controls.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with ACH, wires, and bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with AP processes and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process daily deposits.
• Process ACH payments and wire transfers.
• Serve as an ACH approver (as assigned).
• Monitor incoming payments across platforms and ensure proper recording.
• Process emailed checks as ACH debits.
• Assist with daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues as needed.
• Review AP batches for accuracy before posting.
• Assist with AP data entry troubleshooting.
• Work with offshore AP team to resolve errors.
• Ensure vendor payments are timely and accurate.
• Calculate and process monthly sales commissions.
• Validate data accuracy prior to final posting.
• Field vendor and customer payment-related inquiries.
• Resolve discrepancies and follow up as necessary.
• Assist with accounting software issues.
• Support system upgrades and new software implementation.
• Assist with insurance claims documentation and special accounting projects.

Benefits

• 3-5% performance-based bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed