Accounting Specialist

Datacom•Lafayette, LA

12h

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist position assists the Controller/CFO in the accounting operations of the company. This includes timely and accurate data entry, proper maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, all to enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred
1 - 3 years of general accounting experience
3 - 5 years of experience working with payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
Experience with SAP or similar ERP software suite
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
Strong understanding of GAAP as it related to determining Gross Profit Margin and EBITDA
Proficiency managing rigorous and time sensitive initiatives

Responsibilities

Ensure that the Controller/CFO is aware of when accounts payable are due to prevent unnecessary shutdowns or loss of vendor support
Ensure that the Controller/CFO is aware of any available discounts on accounts payable
Ensure that accounts receivable are collected promptly
Ensure that payroll is processed in a timely manner
Ensure that inventory and materials transactions are processed in a timely manner
Ensure that periodic bank reconciliations are completed
Ensure that required debt payments are made on a timely basis
Process Customer Credit Checks and set up ACH Payment systems
Process Bank transactions for ACH/Wire payments
Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions
Process all outgoing Invoices for accurate Accounts Receivable
Maintain all invoice delivery system portals for customers
Process incoming payments by check, credit card, and EFT
Receive, process, and reconcile monthly statements
Prepare and make bank deposits
Assist with preparation for annual audits
Prepare and distribute annual IRS forms (1099)
Maintain accurate records, including ledgers, journals, receipts, and invoices
Perform administrative and other tasks as needed
Prepare monthly sales tax returns and new state setups
Registration with foreign states necessary for tax purposes
Entry of new customer specific billing information into SAP/CRM systems
SAP/CRM systems billing changes
Milestone invoicing for Project Management related activities
Purchase order entry into SAP/CRM systems
Field work ticket and invoice management for Managed Services
Filing of various forms of accounts receivables
Posting bank deposits
Entry of invoices into customer related EDI systems
Help facilitate resolution to customer related billing issues
Liaison between customer and Blackhawk Datacom operations
Ensure database integrity of customer information including case history and billing details
Continual professional and technical development through formal and on the job training
Collections coordination between Accounting, Sales & Customers
Payment status updates