Accounting Operations Specialist

Ballard Truck Center • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

Ballard Truck Center is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Accounting Operations Specialist to work directly with the Chief Financial Officer. The role combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with operational coordination and administrative support. The ideal candidate has an accounting or bookkeeping background, strong organizational skills, and is comfortable taking ownership of assignments, researching issues, and learning new processes.

The position supports accounting activities including reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, financial reporting, tax returns, and accounts payable and receivable. It also involves coordinating with vendors and colleagues across multiple locations, supporting operational projects, and maintaining business records. The role offers opportunities to take on additional responsibilities over time.

Requirements

• Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
• Experience with reconciliations, general ledger transactions, or related accounting activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to work independently, follow established procedures, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and business information.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with month-end closing, journal entries, or financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting or dealership management systems; CDK experience is a plus.
• Experience coordinating vendors, projects, or administrative processes.
• Additional education or training in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain monthly accounting schedules and general ledger reconciliations.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and accounting adjustments.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and financial reporting.
• Prepare sales tax returns and related reconciliations.
• Review and reconcile floorplan statements, loan payments, and related transactions.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including assigned transactions, reconciliations, payment processing, billing adjustments, and other routine or specialized accounting responsibilities.
• Support confidential, sensitive, or complex financial transactions and accounting matters, including research, preparation, reconciliation, and follow-up as assigned.
• Research accounting discrepancies and assist with audits and special projects.
• Communicate with vendors and service providers regarding routine questions, account issues, and service requests.
• Assist with operational projects by gathering information, coordinating activities, and following up on outstanding items.
• Communicate with personnel across multiple locations to coordinate accounting and operational activities.
• Assist with recurring operational tasks and vendor services.
• Scan, electronically file, and maintain accounting and other business records.

What This Job Offers

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