Accounting Specialist

Integrity•Urbandale, IA

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for independently performing core accounting functions with a primary focus on Accounts Payable, supplemental Accounts Receivable activities, and active participation in month-end close and account reconciliations. This role requires demonstrated accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage workloads with minimal supervision while ensuring accuracy, regulatory awareness, and compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable financial services regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong emphasis on accounts payable
Working knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
Experience participating in month-end close and preparing account reconciliations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems
Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage competing priorities

Nice To Haves

Understanding of accounting operations within a FINRA-regulated environment
Prior experience supporting or working within the investment or financial services industry
Experience managing or supporting 1099 reporting in a broker-dealer or advisory context
Experience in a multi-entity, high-volume, or shared-services environment
Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, data analysis)
Familiarity with audit, regulatory, or compliance-driven documentation standards
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Professional judgment when handling sensitive financial and regulatory information
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally

Responsibilities

Independently manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, approval routing, and posting
Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation
Prepare and process vendor payment runs (check, ACH, wire) in accordance with payment terms and internal controls
Maintain and validate vendor master data, including W-9 documentation and payment information
Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution
Reconcile accounts payable subledger to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies
Support customer invoicing processes and ensure timely and accurate billing
Apply customer payments and research unapplied or misapplied cash
Reconcile AR subledger balances to the general ledger
Prepare and complete assigned balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations with appropriate supporting documentation
Post recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals and reclassifications
Support month-end close timelines by meeting deadlines and resolving reconciling items
Provide explanations of account activity and variances to management, as requested
Manage the annual 1099 process for vendors and registered representatives, including data collection, review, and reconciliation
Ensure accurate classification of payments and compliance with IRS reporting requirements
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers to prepare, review, and issue Forms 1099 (e.g., 1099‑NEC, 1099‑MISC)
Respond to vendor and registered representative inquiries related to 1099 reporting
Maintain documentation and support for audits and regulatory reviews
Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready accounting records
Adhere to internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
Assist with internal, external, and regulatory audit requests, including FINRA examinations when applicable
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance