Accounting Specialist

Craig Industries, Inc., a growing manufacturer in the building materials industry, is seeking to hire an Accounting Specialist. The primary responsibility of the Accounting Specialist will be to support daily accounting operations with a focus on a hybrid accounts payable and accounts receivable role, providing flexible support across both functions while maintaining accurate financial records.

Essential Functions of the Accounting Specialist:

• Supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, assisting where needed based on daily priorities;
• Processing customer payments and applying them to accounts accurately;
• Assisting with vendor invoice processing and payment preparation;
• Invoicing customers on a purchase order-based system;
• Maintaining and updating customer accounts, including basic credit support;
• Assisting with tracking and processing freight invoices;
• Maintaining accurate financial records, including invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation;
• Assisting with account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies;
• Supporting preparation of sales tax, use tax, and 1099s;
• Assisting with month-end closing processes as needed;

Compensation package includes an hourly base pay with health, dental, vision, 401K, and additional benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Specialized Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent experience preferred;
• 0–2 years of accounting or office experience;
• Basic understanding of accounting principles or willingness to learn;
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn accounting systems;
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to multi-task and shift between responsibilities as business needs change;
• Strong organizational and communication skills;
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics and/or Amazon Seller Central is a plus, but not required;

The successful candidate must be flexible, detail-oriented, and willing to learn both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. This individual should work well in a team environment, be organized, resourceful, and able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.