Accounting Specialist

ARCH • Whitehall, PA

6h

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist handles multiple accounting functions, including reviewing and maintaining general ledger expense accounts; administering, reviewing, and processing accounts receivable and payable; managing billing and collections; handling cash accounting, including receipts, disbursements, and bank reconciliations; and producing accounting and financial reports. The role supports monthly close activities, provides accounting assistance to staff, participates in continuous improvement projects, and assists with the annual financial audit and physical inventory. The position works Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM in a collaborative, fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment where continuous learning and contributions are valued.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, and basic accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of accounting, accounts payable/accounts receivable, or related experience preferred.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely financial reporting of daily cash and weekly aging balances.
• Work with customers and internal customer service account managers to resolve billing differences.
• Reconcile customer accounts receivable balances with electronic billing systems.
• Provide accounts receivable updates to senior staff and customer service.
• Work to bring all receivable balances to current status.
• Assist with monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly sales-by-customer reports.
• Review expense accounts monthly for incorrectly posted items and record journal entries to reclassify them.
• Work with the HR Manager to reconcile employee loan balances monthly.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Communicate intercompany balances and reconcile differences.
• Review vendor invoices and general ledger posting codes, and process invoices for payment.
• Review uninvoiced receipts and contact vendors to clean up the monthly listing of open items.
• Resolve accounts payable invoice discrepancies, correspond with vendors, and respond to inquiries.
• Review and post cash receipts, accounts receivable receipts, and accounts receivable invoices.
• Assist with monthly financial closings.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects throughout the year.
• Provide accounting support to staff as needed.
• Complete ad hoc projects assigned by the Director of Finance or President.
• Assist with the annual financial audit and physical inventory.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day One.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Competitive 401(k) with company match.
• Quarterly bonus program.
• Opportunity for career growth, training, and mentorship.
• Compensation commensurate with experience.

What This Job Offers

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