What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Continental Utility Solutions, Inc.?
Continental Utility Solutions, Inc. (CUSI), a national leader in utility management software and technology services, is currently seeking a highly organized and detail- oriented Accounting Specialist with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The role requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to handle general accounting practices.
Key Responsibilities:
· Manage complex billing processes tied to sales orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contractual terms.
· Billing and Invoicing: Prepare and process complex and batch billing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with sales order terms and company procedures.
· Manage contract renewals to ensure continued customer support.
· Commissions Management: Accurately process and track commissions related to the product sale.
· Sales Order Management: Accurately enter and maintain sales order contracts.
· Reporting: Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly reports for management, utilizing Excel and Sage Intacct to generate comprehensive sales and product analyses, customer audits and tracking reports.
· Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as sales, and customer support, to ensure smooth operations and resolve any issues
· Third-Party Vendor Management: Coordinate and process third-party orders, review invoices, and ensure proper allocation and recording of associate COGS.
General Skills:
· Task Management: Prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines, ensuring timely payment of invoices, and resolution of issues.
· Communication: Strong communication skills, capable of effectively interacting with customers and internal teams.
· Problem-Solving; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
· Time Management: Ability to manage time efficiently.
Technical Skills:
· Software Proficiency: Advance proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Microsoft Excel.
· Billing Systems: Experience managing complex billing processes and maintaining accurate financial documentation.
· Knowledge of Sage Intacct and QuickBooks is a plus.
· Knowledge of the software industry, utility sector and local government are a significant plus.
Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $55,000