Accounting Specialist II

Suburban Enterprises•Little Chute, WI

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist II is a self-sufficient individual who leads the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Additionally, the Accounting Specialist II should be able to perform daily tasks in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. Lead and drive forward efforts on department initiatives. Committed to personal growth within the department.

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting and/or equivalent experience
5+ years of progressive Accounting experience
Knowledge of how modules within Accounting Information Systems connect
Ability to multitask and establish priorities

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting

Responsibilities

Record vendor invoices and process payment to vendors
Reconcile vendor statements
Maintain vendor records and add/remove vendors as requested
Record transactions on company issued credit cards daily and process payment to credit card company monthly
process employee expense reports for reimbursement
Handle other payments/reimbursements requests as needed
Develop strong understanding of Accounts Payable module within accounting information system and be go-to resource
Process all payments received and apply to proper accounts
Prepare customer aging reporting to other members of the company
Follow up with account managers on past due balance
Perform credit checks on existing and potential customers
Develop strong understanding of Accounts Receivable module within accounting information system and be go-to resource
Reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly, Quarterly, and annual basis to be reviewed by Controller
Assist Controller with month-end process
Verify accuracy of information produced within department
Prepare monthly journal entries as requested by the Controller
Work with Project Managers to make adjustments to job costing as necessary
Learn the payroll process and act as a backup to the payroll coordinator
Take lead on special projects as requested by department managers
Ability to be flexible as structure and needs of department change
Review department procedures periodically and initiate/implement process improvements
Maintain financial security by following internal accounting control procedures
Keep Finance Department Managers informed on all significant matters affecting financial operations, accounting, payroll, and data processing activities and investigate any discrepancies
Maintain financial historical records by following record retention guidelines and appropriately filing accounting documents as defined in department standard operating procedures