What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Clark Davis Associates?
Accounting Specialist – Onsite - High Point, NC area
Overview
This role supports core finance operations, handling general ledger work, account reconciliations, reporting tasks, and month-end close for several business units. It also provides cross-functional coverage for accounts payable and payroll, offering broad exposure across the accounting function.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting
- Prepare journal entries, intercompany activity, and reconciliations.
- Assist with monthly/quarterly financial statements.
- Support internal and external audit requests.
- Contribute to process improvements and control enhancements.
Accounts Payable
- Assist with invoice processing and vendor inquiries.
- Maintain vendor files and reconcile PO/invoice/payment activity.
- Enter electronic payments when needed.
- Handle employee expenses, credit card accruals, and site-payment submissions.
- Produce AP reports and assist with audits.
Payroll Support
- Serve as back-up for bi-weekly payroll processing.
- Maintain payroll records and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Support benefits, deductions, and garnishments.
- Respond to employee payroll questions and prepare payroll reports.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar.
- 3 years in general accounting.
- Payroll experience; Paylocity preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems
- Strong Excel skills and solid GAAP knowledge.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle confidential information.
- Strong communicator with ability to work across teams.