Accounting Specialist

This is an IN office position * NOT *remote.

Position Summary:The Accounting Specialist will perform various accounting and bookkeeping tasks as required to support the daily activities of the Accounting Department. Accounts Payable will be the primary responsibility of the Accounting Specialist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a complete understanding of Accrual Based Accounting, the General Ledger, and Balance Sheet Reconciliations. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Investigates and resolves problems associated with processing of invoices. Codes invoices, vouchers, expense reports, check requests, etc., to ensure proper entry into the financial system.
• Prepare accrual basis journal entries in accordance with GAAP. Assist with month end close of the general ledger.
• Processes weekly accounts payable cycle, including check production, wire transfers, and ACH transactions. Responsible for all Accounts Payable for functions for all Flowers Title Companies. Processes monthly credit card statements, and accurately posts to general ledger.
• Completes monthly bank reconciliations of assigned bank accounts. Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations for the company’s accounts to ensure accurate presentation within financial statements.
• Assists with monthly analysis of all expenses reported in the financial statements. Assists with monthly status reports, month end close, audits, and various projects as requested.
• Files, maintains, and distributes accounting documents, records and reports. Protects company’s values by keeping information confidential. Performs other duties as required to support Finance Department, senior/executive level managers and program managers.

Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

Adaptability - Accepts criticism and feedback. Adapts to changes in the work environment. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed.

Continuous Learning – Assess own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Shares expertise with others. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Customer Service – Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interests.

Education/Experience:

Minimum of high school diploma. Preferred minimum 2 years of post high school Accounting classes, or Associate Degree. Must have minimum of 3 years accounting experience, working in a time sensitive Accounting Department. Must have working knowledge of Accounts Payable And Accrual Based Accounting.

Language Ability:

Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees.

Computer Skills:

Proficient in QuickBooks Pro or Online Advanced, Microsoft Office Suite, and Excel.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Ability to adjust focus.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person