Accounting Specialist

Atwood Companies Inc • Mankato, MN

88d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist supports the Accounting Department by processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with both accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. This role communicates regularly with tenants, vendors, agencies, and internal teams to ensure financial information is handled accurately, consistently, and on time. In addition to transaction support, the Accounting Specialist helps maintain organization across the department through documentation, shared inbox management, and administrative coordination, and provides backup support across departments as needed.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfort using accounting software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Clear communication skills and a service-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through to completion
• Professionalism and discretion with confidential information

Nice To Haves

• Property management or real estate experience

Responsibilities

• Process daily receipts, deposits, and financial transactions
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable workflows
• Maintain organized digital records and documentation
• Monitor shared inboxes and ensure timely follow-up
• Communicate professionally with tenants, vendors, and internal teams
• Assist with month-end tasks such as credit card reconciliations
• Provide backup administrative support across departments as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow and efficiency

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, long-term disability, and a variety of voluntary benefit options (HSA/FSA, legal, accident, critical illness, and pet wellness)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous PTO/ESST, vacation, and holiday pay
• Ongoing learning opportunities and room to grow
• A supportive workplace guided by our core values—innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence.
• We respect boundaries and value your time.
• We celebrate wins, big and small, and the people who make them happen.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree