What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at American Accounting Association?
Compensation
$55,000 Annual Salary
Why Join Our Team?
When joining Leap Group, you're joining a team that is passionate, innovative, and connected. Some words we've heard our teammates use to describe our culture are welcoming, collaborative, flexible, and dog-friendly (warning: your interview may be accompanied by a wagging tail)
Benefits
We give our team the ability to make an impact with clients, while expanding their experience and depth of knowledge in the process. We like to show our appreciation for everything our teammates do by offering supportive and inclusive benefits that allow them to thrive. This includes things like:
While we service clients nationally and internationally, Leap Group has a footprint in the Midwest, with offices in:
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Who is the Accounting Specialist?
The Accounting Specialist reports to Leap's Finance Manager and is responsible for supporting financial operations by managing accounts payable and receivable transactions, assisting with payroll processing, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role ensures timely and accurate payments, invoicing, and payroll while upholding compliance with company policies and applicable law.
In this role, you can expect to perform the following core functions:
Accounts Payable (AP)
Leap Group complies with the ADA and ADAAA. If you need reasonable accommodation to apply, interview, or do the job, please include your accommodate request in the corresponding application question.
$55,000 Annual Salary
Why Join Our Team?
When joining Leap Group, you're joining a team that is passionate, innovative, and connected. Some words we've heard our teammates use to describe our culture are welcoming, collaborative, flexible, and dog-friendly (warning: your interview may be accompanied by a wagging tail)
Benefits
We give our team the ability to make an impact with clients, while expanding their experience and depth of knowledge in the process. We like to show our appreciation for everything our teammates do by offering supportive and inclusive benefits that allow them to thrive. This includes things like:
- Health, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Flexible PTO and Summer Fridays
- Autonomy and flexibility
- Company-paid access to coaching and therapy
- 401k plan with match and 1:1 access to investment advisor
- Professional development opportunities
While we service clients nationally and internationally, Leap Group has a footprint in the Midwest, with offices in:
- 📍 Louisville, KY
- 📍 Cincinnati, OH
- 📍 Indianapolis, IN
- 📍 Chicago, IL
Check Us Out
To learn more about our agencies and work, visit www.leapgroupnetwork.com
Who is the Accounting Specialist?
The Accounting Specialist reports to Leap's Finance Manager and is responsible for supporting financial operations by managing accounts payable and receivable transactions, assisting with payroll processing, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role ensures timely and accurate payments, invoicing, and payroll while upholding compliance with company policies and applicable law.
In this role, you can expect to perform the following core functions:
Accounts Payable (AP)
- Review, code, and process vendor invoices, AmEx and employee expense reports.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepare and process weekly or biweekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
- Maintain accurate and organized AP files and records.
- Conduct account reconciliations / vendor reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with company approval policies and proper documentation for all disbursements.
- Generate and issue client invoices.
- Record and apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, credit cards) to client accounts.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue accounts.
- Assist with month-end closing activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
- Conduct account reconciliations / client reconciliations
- Communicate with clients regarding billing inquiries and payment status.
- Process bimonthly or monthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
- Calculate and enter hours, deductions, benefits, and adjustments.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Assist with payroll tax filings and reporting as needed.
- Reconcile payroll, tax, benefit and other related accounts
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Support audits and provide necessary documentation.
- Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.
- 1 years of experience in accounting, including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks or or similar platforms).
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
- Discretion in handling confidential financial and employee information.
Leap Group complies with the ADA and ADAAA. If you need reasonable accommodation to apply, interview, or do the job, please include your accommodate request in the corresponding application question.
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Salary : $55,000