Accounting Specialist

Paradigm Design • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Paradigm Design is seeking to hire two part-time Accounting Specialists to support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. These roles will be cross-trained to provide flexibility and coverage across key accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing both transactional accounting tasks and recurring deadlines with accuracy. Flexible scheduling is available.

Requirements

• 2+ years of accounting experience (AR, AP, payroll, or general accounting)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage deadlines and recurring processes independently
• Comfortable communicating with vendors and clients
• Experience with accounting systems and Excel

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek Ajera preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue client invoices
• Generate and distribute client statements
• Support project-based billing processes
• Record incoming payments and deposits
• Enter EFT deposit transactions and apply payments to appropriate accounts
• Reconcile accounts receivable balances and maintain AR aging reports
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on past-due invoices
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding billing and payment status
• Set up and maintain vendor records
• Enter and code vendor invoices
• Process weekly/bi-weekly vendor and consultant payments
• Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Process employee expense reports
• Manage company credit card transactions
• Enter EFT and positive pay transactions
• Process payroll on a regular schedule
• Review and validate employee timesheets
• Submit payroll tax deposits and filings
• Manage 401(k) and HSA contribution uploads
• Maintain payroll records and reporting
• Assist with month-end close activities related to AR, AP, and payroll
• Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees