Accounting Specialist

The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for assisting in accounts receivable duties (invoicing and cash payment processing) and accounts payable duties (receiving/processing invoices and collections) and other accounts receivable/payable transactions and reports.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education/experience
• Current and valid US driver’s license preferred
• At least 1 to 3 years of experience in similar accounting position
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test
• Excellent Excel experience and skills required
• High attention to detail, self-motivated, and ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong PC and systems skills required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting including thorough skills knowledge plus the application of general accounting theory
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel software programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Strong multitasking skills

Responsibilities

• Receives material and creates and distributes packing slips for ship direct invoices
• Matches receiving with invoices
• Enters invoices to be paid
• Research both receiving that does not have an invoice and invoices that do not have receiving
• Resolves issues on the Accrued Payables Report.
• Checks statements for past dues and investigates discrepancies
• Requests corporate credit card receipts and enters the credit card information online and scans the receipts to corporate
• Scans expenses to corporate
• Prepares, requests and distributes second tier lien waivers
• Sends and responds to email and telephone inquiries concerning accounts payable
• Facilitates RGA’s/back charges/supplier returns
• Miscellaneous sales order billing/invoicing
• Process customer returns on miscellaneous sales orders
• Maintaining and reconciling deposits daily
• Assist in quarterly and annual closeouts of the accounting periods
• Other relative duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees