An Accounting Specialist manages daily financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance, while ensuring compliance with financial standards. This role requires high proficiency in accounting software, with specific expertise in Quickbooks for bookkeeping, Paycom for payroll/HRIS, and Excel for data analysis and reporting. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping & General Ledger: Perform full-cycle accounting, including posting journal entries, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining accurate financial records. Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR): Process invoices, manage vendor payments, issue customer bills, and monitor aging reports. Payroll Administration (Paycom): Process bi-weekly payroll, manage employee time tracking, update records, and ensure tax compliance. Financial Reporting (QuickBooks/Excel): Generate monthly financial statements (balance sheets, P&L) and create ad-hoc reports using Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP). Compliance & Auditing: Assist with month-end/year-end close processes, prepare 1099s, and support internal/external audits. Software Proficiency: Utilize QuickBooks, Paycom, and specialized or Angel accounting software to maintain accurate data. Typical Day-to-Day Activities Reconciling bank accounts using QuickBooks. Processing employee payroll, tax, and benefits in Paycom. Creating monthly performance reports in Excel. Reviewing vendor invoices and coding them properly. These are summary in nature and may be adjusted as needed by the supervisor.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree