What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Clark Davis Associates?
Accounting Specialist
Position Summary
Our client in the Professional Services space is looking for an Accounting Specialist to support its day-to-day financial operations. This role focuses on financial reporting, account reconciliations, payment processing, cash activity, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate has a solid accounting foundation, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle detailed financial transactions while meeting deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review financial records, supporting schedules, and account activity.
- Monitor incoming funds and outgoing payments to ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
- Process payments and verify supporting documentation.
- Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
- Research and resolve issues related to account balances, payments, expenses, and fees.
- Maintain organized financial documentation and records.
- Assist with month-end reporting, financial analysis, and other accounting functions as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, cash management, and financial controls.
- Experience with bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and transaction processing.
- Proficiency in Excel and experience working with large volumes of financial data.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills.
- Ability to research discrepancies and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional services experience is a plus but not required.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000