What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Brilliant Financial Staffing - IL?
Job Title: Accounting Specialist
Location: Melrose Park, IL
Pay Range: $25-30/hr
Role Overview:
Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounting Specialist with our client located in Melrose Park, IL. Our client is a premier florist offering a wide selection of hand-crafted floral arrangements for various occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays. They are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join their team on a contract basis, for a period of 2-4 months, working fully onsite at their Melrose Park office.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately process and enter high-volume vendor invoices into QuickBooks Online for multiple locations
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies efficiently
- Manage the AP shared mailbox and maintain organized electronic filing
- Track urgent payment invoices and provide support to the Controller as needed
- Run sales tax reports and assist with multi-location sales tax return preparation
- Support accounts payable functions and month-end close activities
- Respond professionally to vendor inquiries
- Maintain confidentiality of financial information
- Perform other accounting and administrative tasks assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of AP or general accounting experience
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online is required
- Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
- Good organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Availability to work some weekends and extended hours as needed
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $25 - $30